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Borderline (1994): cast, story & where to watch

1994 · Film · ★ 5.5

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Released in 1994, Borderline is a drama film directed by Panos Karkanevatos, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. Centres on two brothers, Stelios and Yannis. The impulsive Stelios skips their small town, deserts from the army, and is thought dead, until Yannis, now a city cop, recognizes his name on the papers of an illegal immigrant seaman. He begins a search for his lost brother, a search that takes him across many borders: between past and present, between Greece and its neighbouring countries, between one identity and another.

Who’s in it. Borderline stars Aris Lebessopoulos as Giannis Markou, Christos Kalavrouzos as Andronikos, Stavros Zalmas as Stelios Markou and Takis Moschos as Astynomikos Diefthintis, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Borderline 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 Borderline page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Borderline (1994)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Borderline change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Borderline worth watching?
Borderline holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Borderline?
Borderline stars Aris Lebessopoulos, Christos Kalavrouzos, Stavros Zalmas, Takis Moschos and Dinos Karidis.
When was Borderline released?
Borderline was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.