Bordertown (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1935, Bordertown is a drama and crime film directed by Archie Mayo, running about 90 minutes. “NOW HE'S A FUGITIVE FROM A FEMALE SCARFACE” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An ambitious Mexican-American gets mixed up with the neurotic wife of his casino boss.
Who’s in it. Bordertown stars Paul Muni as Johnny Ramirez, Bette Davis as Mrs. Marie Roark, Margaret Lindsay as Dale Elwell and Eugene Pallette as Charles 'Charlie' Roark, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Bordertown has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $1.2M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bordertown page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bordertown tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bordertown (1935)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bordertown change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bordertown worth watching?
- Bordertown holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bordertown?
- Bordertown stars Paul Muni, Bette Davis, Margaret Lindsay, Eugene Pallette and Robert Barrat.
- When was Bordertown released?
- Bordertown was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.