The Border movie poster

The Border

"When Charlie Smith went down to the border, he found more than a boundary between Texas and Mexico. He found a line within himself."

January 29, 1982 1h 48m 6.1/10 (139 votes)

Originally released in 1982. The Border is a crime/drama film. directed by Tony Richardson.

Starring Jack Nicholson, Harvey Keitel, and Valerie Perrine

Synopsis

A corrupted border agent decides to clean up his act when an impoverished woman's baby is put up for sale on the black market.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 29, 1982 43 years ago
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Runtime 1h 48m 108 minutes total
User Rating 6.1/10 Good (139 votes)
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Budget $22M Production budget
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Box Office $6.1M 0.3x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$22,000,000
Revenue
$6,118,683

Production Companies

  • Universal Pictures
  • Efer Productions
  • RKO Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Border about?

A corrupted border agent decides to clean up his act when an impoverished woman's baby is put up for sale on the black market.

Who directed The Border?

The Border was directed by Tony Richardson.

How long is The Border?

The Border has a runtime of 1 hours and 48 minutes (108 minutes total).

When was The Border released?

The Border was released on January 29, 1982 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Border?

The main cast of The Border includes Jack Nicholson, Harvey Keitel, Valerie Perrine, Warren Oates, Elpidia Carrillo.

Is The Border worth watching?

The Border has a user rating of 6.1/10 based on 139 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.