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Beyond the Front Line (2004): cast, story & where to watch

2004 · Film · ★ 6.2

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Released in 2004, Beyond the Front Line is a history film directed by Åke Lindman, running about 127 minutes.

What it’s about. A movie based on real wartime diaries tells the story of the Swedish speaking Finns' infantry regiment 61. The story follows the regiment during the Continuation War from 1942 to 1944 and from Syväri to the Karelian Isthmus where they faced some of the most grueling battles against the Soviet Union.

Who’s in it. Beyond the Front Line stars Tobias Zilliacus as Harry Järv, Ilkka Heiskanen as Lt.Col. Alpo Marttinen, Christoffer Westerlund as Allan Finholm and Kim Gustafsson as Björk, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Beyond the Front Line has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Beyond the Front Line page.

If you liked it. Fans of Beyond the Front Line tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Beyond the Front Line (2004)?
In GB, Beyond the Front Line is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Beyond the Front Line worth watching?
Beyond the Front Line holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Beyond the Front Line?
Beyond the Front Line stars Tobias Zilliacus, Ilkka Heiskanen, Christoffer Westerlund, Kim Gustafsson and Sampo Sarkola.
When was Beyond the Front Line released?
Beyond the Front Line was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 127 minutes.