Foreign Land (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1996, Foreign Land is a thriller, drama and romance film directed by Walter Salles, running about 110 minutes. “The best place to lose someone or to get lose from your own self” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After the death of his mother, a young Brazilian decides to leave his country and travel to her native land. In a foreign land, he finds love and danger.
Who’s in it. Foreign Land stars Fernanda Torres as Alex, Fernando Alves Pinto as Paco, Alexandre Borges as Miguel and Luís Melo as Ígor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Foreign Land 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 Foreign Land page.
If you liked it. Fans of Foreign Land tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Foreign Land (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Foreign Land change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Foreign Land worth watching?
- Foreign Land holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Foreign Land?
- Foreign Land stars Fernanda Torres, Fernando Alves Pinto, Alexandre Borges, Luís Melo and Laura Cardoso.
- When was Foreign Land released?
- Foreign Land was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.