Frontera (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2014, Frontera is a drama and western film directed by Michael Berry, running about 103 minutes. “Truth is the only justice.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After crossing the border illegally for work, Miguel, a hard-working father and devoted husband, finds himself wrongfully accused of murdering a former sheriff’s wife. After learning of his imprisonment, Miguel’s pregnant wife tries to come to his aid and lands in the hands of corrupt coyotes who hold her for ransom. Dissatisfied with the police department’s investigation, the former sheriff tries to uncover the truth about his wife’s death and discovers disturbing evidence that will destroy one family’s future, or tear another’s apart.
Who’s in it. Frontera stars Ed Harris as Roy, Eva Longoria as Paulina, Michael Peña as Miguel and Amy Madigan as Olivia, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Frontera has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, YouTube TV, Magnolia Selects Amazon Channel and Warriors and Gangsters Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Frontera page.
If you liked it. Fans of Frontera tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Frontera (2014)?
- In US, Frontera is available to stream on Philo, YouTube TV and Magnolia Selects Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Frontera worth watching?
- Frontera holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Frontera?
- Frontera stars Ed Harris, Eva Longoria, Michael Peña, Amy Madigan and Kristen Rakes.
- When was Frontera released?
- Frontera was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.