Borderline, 2016
This seems to be a topical subject as usual, but this Channel 5 sitcom was first screened in 2016. It went on to run for 2 series of 6 episodes each.
The series was presented in a mockumentary style benefitting from the narration talents of the Royle Family’s Ralf Little. In contrast to most series, which require the cast to memorise a script, Borderline was “retro-scripted”, i.e. The cast is given a plot outline to guide them as they improvise their dialogue and actions.
Summary
Set in the style of a documentary the series follows the day to day activity of agents working for Borderline, a fictionalised version of the Border Force at the fictional Northend Airport.
Clips
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Cast
David Avery
Jackie Clune
David Elms
Liz Kingsman
Jamie Michie
Details
Channel: Channel 5
Written By:
Chris Gau
Michael Orton-Toliver
Jack Docherty
David Elms
Production Company: Little Rock Pictures
Original Transmission Dates: 2nd August 2016 – 19th October 2017