

The Line
2009, English. Directed by James Cotten.
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The story centers around veteran assassin Mark Shields as he tracks down, Pelon, the elusive head of the Salazar Crime Cartel. Through twists of fate, Shields ends up with a local woman, Olivia who is also fighting her own demons for the sake of her daughter. Set in the rich and atmospheric backdrop of Tijuana, Mexico, La Linea (The Line) is full of action and drama.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Snoozefest
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4.8/10 from 86 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Line
The Line is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Cineverse in India.
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Availability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 11 May 2009
- Original title
- La Linea
- Country
- United States of America, Mexico
- Written by
- R. Ellis Frazier, Art Camacho
- Budget
- $7.5M
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The Line: quick answers
Is The Line worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 4.8/10 from 86 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Line?
The Line runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Does The Line have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Line. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Line parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Line is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Line on?
The Line is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Cineverse in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Line?
If you liked The Line, try The Rookie, The Substitute, Rise of the Footsoldier 3.
Who directed The Line?
The Line (2009) was directed by James Cotten and stars Ray Liotta, Andy Garcia, Esai Morales.