Story perspectives

Minnie Driver Stars as Crime Boss in New Drama

4/18/2026

23 2

Center

Minnie Driver Stars

Minnie Driver (British actress) stars in The Murder Line, a Canadian drama premiering on ITV, where she plays a crime boss.
The series, known as The Borderline in Canada, follows a police officer who uncovers a drug-smuggling operation linked to a childhood friend.
Driver's career includes Good Will Hunting and Emily in Paris, plus a music career with three albums and soundtrack work.

Left

Margot Robbie Premieres

On April 18, 2026, new premieres include A Big Bold Beautiful Journey featuring Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell.
The Murder Line stars Minnie Driver as a criminal in a Canadian thriller about a cop and drug operation.
Secret Africa: Into the Wild follows explorer Lucy Shepherd trekking through Tanzania.
Queen Elizabeth II: The Unseen Photos reveals a more vulnerable side of the monarch.
Inside Britain’s National Parks showcases Dartmoor's wilderness.

History

Historical Context

The Canadian television series The Borderline premiered in 2008, reflecting societal issues surrounding crime and drug smuggling through its portrayal of law enforcement complexities. This theme resonates today, as seen in Minnie Driver's role in The Murder Line, highlighting the ongoing public fascination with crime dramas and their impact on perceptions of law enforcement and crime narratives.

1 of 3

Minnie Driver Stars

Minnie Driver (British actress) stars in The Murder Line, a Canadian drama premiering on ITV, where she plays a crime boss.
The series, known as The Borderline in Canada, follows a police officer who uncovers a drug-smuggling operation linked to a childhood friend.
Driver's career includes Good Will Hunting and Emily in Paris, plus a music career with three albums and soundtrack work.

1 / 3