A Line in the Sand
Synopsis
In a remote village on the Suffolk Coast, Frank Perry (Ross Kemp) waits for his past to catch up with him. Previously a spy for MI6 working on Iranian chemical and biological weapons production, his reports led to the deaths of many Iranian scientists while also undermining the progress of their production. Now the Iranians have found out he was responsible and have sent their best assassin to kill him. A team of "protectors" move in around Perry, disrupting the local community who, fearing for their lives, turn against him.
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Ross Kemp
Frank Perry
Saskia Reeves
Meryl Rogers
Mark Bazeley
Geoff Markham
Ralph Ineson
Det. Sgt. Bill Davies
Kayvan Novak
Vahid
James Puddephatt
P.C. Dave Rankin
Jimmy Roussounis
Mossad Officer Barak
Stephen Critchlow
Rev. Peter Wilson
Katy Cavanagh
Leanne
Brana Bajic
Farah Asad
Paul Birchard
Littlebaum
Vincent Franklin
Sammy Cargill
Rupert Procter
Andy Chalmers
Tam Hoskyns
Penny Flower
Mike Dowling
Harry
Danny Mac
Tom
Jack Chissick
Gary
Lesley McGuire
Janice Hughes
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James Hawes
- Screenplay & Story
- Gerald Seymour, Polly Williams
- Original Score
- John E. Keane
- Original Title
- A Line in the Sand
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- ITV, Meridian Broadcasting
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Hawes
Gerald Seymour, Polly Williams
John E. Keane
James Aspinall
Charles Alexander
Chris Kelly, Tim Vaughan, Michele Buck
Department Leadership Roster
James Hawes
Director
Charles Alexander
Editor
Sue Yelland
Costume Design
Paul Heasman
Stunt Coordinator
Brian Sykes
Production Design
James Aspinall
Director of Photography
John E. Keane
Original Music Composer
Chris Kelly
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Line in the Sand
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What is A Line in the Sand about?
In a remote village on the Suffolk Coast, Frank Perry (Ross Kemp) waits for his past to catch up with him. Previously a spy for MI6 working on Iranian chemical and biological weapons production, his reports led to the deaths of many Iranian scientists while also undermining the progress of their production. Now the Iranians have found out he was responsible and have sent their best assassin to kill him. A team of "protectors" move in around Perry, disrupting the local community who, fearing for their lives, turn against him.
Who directed A Line in the Sand?
A Line in the Sand was directed by James Hawes.
Who stars in A Line in the Sand?
The principal cast of A Line in the Sand includes Ross Kemp, Saskia Reeves, Mark Bazeley, Ralph Ineson, Kayvan Novak.
When was A Line in the Sand released and how long is it?
A Line in the Sand was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for A Line in the Sand?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Line in the Sand was composed by John E. Keane.
Is A Line in the Sand based on a book or true story?
A Line in the Sand is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Gerald Seymour".