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The White Line (1950): cast, story & where to watch

1950 · Film · ★ 6.3

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Released in 1950, The White Line is a drama film directed by Luigi Zampa, running about 82 minutes.

What it’s about. Following World War II, the Allies designate that an unidentified town in the Trieste area as being partly Yugoslavian and partly Italian. A white line of demarcation splits the town in half and the townspeople are given just a short time to decides on which side of the line they will live. This leads to the dividing of homes, friends, families and the church and tensions run high.

Who’s in it. The White Line stars Gina Lollobrigida as Donata Sebastian, Raf Vallone as Domenico, Erno Crisa as Stefano and Cesco Baseggio as Giovanni Sebastian, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The White Line has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The White Line page.

If you liked it. Fans of The White Line tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The White Line (1950)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The White Line change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The White Line worth watching?
The White Line holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The White Line?
The White Line stars Gina Lollobrigida, Raf Vallone, Erno Crisa, Cesco Baseggio and Enzo Staiola.
When was The White Line released?
The White Line was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.