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Crossing Lines 2013

“A world without borders needs justice without borders.”

★ 6.7/10 · 121 votes TV-14 Action & AdventureCrimeDrama 3 seasons · 34 eps Canceled
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What is Crossing Lines?

Crossing Lines is a crime drama television series that premiered in 2013. The show is set in a world where globalization has created opportunities for criminals to exploit the system and threaten global safety.

Type
TV series
Year
2013
Status
Canceled
Episodes
34
Runtime
44 minutes
First aired
Aug 22, 2013
Last aired
Dec 4, 2015
Original language
EN
Origin
BE, DE, FR, US
Networks
NBC
Genres
Action & Adventure, Crime, Drama
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Overview

Crossing Lines is a crime drama television series that premiered in 2013. The show is set in a world where globalization has created opportunities for criminals to exploit the system and threaten global safety. A special team of international law enforcement officers, led by Captain Daniel, is formed to handle specific ongoing crimes on a global level. The team is comprised of individuals with little in common, who must learn to live and work together under dangerous and potentially deadly conditions. The series taps into a unit mandated by the International Criminal Court (ICC) to investigate cross-border crimes.

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Should you watch it?

“A specialized international task force hunts criminals exploiting open borders across Europe.”

Reasons to watch
  • international setting
  • ensemble cast dynamic
  • high-stakes premise
Keep in mind
  • multi-national legal complexities
  • fast-paced narrative shifts

Watch it if you enjoy procedural crime dramas that focus on cross-border investigations.

The series features themes of international crime and law enforcement operations.

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Season 1 · 10 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 12 episodes
Season 3 · 12 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is the premise of the show?

The show follows an elite team of international police officers tasked with investigating crimes that cross national borders.

Who leads the team?

The team is headed by Captain Daniel.

How many members are on the team?

The team is comprised of five international police officers.

Why is the team necessary?

The team is needed because criminals are exploiting globalization and open borders to evade law enforcement.

What is the setting of the series?

The series is set against the backdrop of Europe, which serves as the primary location for the team's investigations.