Crossing The Line

A patrol officer and single father in Narva, Paul Kriisa, asks an old friend for a favour – unwittingly setting off a chain of events where the line between law and crime begins to blur.

Crossing the Line' is a realistic crime drama set in the border town of Narva, where cross-border smuggling is still part of everyday life. Recently returned to his hometown, patrol officer Paul Kriisa finds both his professional and personal life beginning to unravel after the sudden return of his teenage daughter, Emilia. Hoping to gain custody, Paul turns to his former classmate Maria, now working in the city administration. What starts as an innocent favour soon pulls him into an illegal network – one that becomes increasingly difficult to escape. A story about people standing at the final border – geographical, moral, and emotional.

Main country of production

Estonia

Producer's note

'Crossing the Line' is a gripping and authentic crime drama that offers an unfiltered look into the toughest challenges in law enforcement. More than just entertainment, the series explores the grey areas of justice, morality, and survival – where every shift can change lives. With its distinctive setting, deeply human characters, and grounded portrayal of police work, 'Crossing the Line' is a thought-provoking series that will captivate audiences and spark meaningful conversations.

Subjects:

corruption, running away from home, violence, fatherhood, prison, child parent relationships, law, rural life, society, betrayal, site specific