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Crossing

7.220241h 46m15MovieDrama

Lia, a retired teacher from Georgia, learns from her young neighbor, Achi, that her long-lost transgender niece, Tekla, has crossed the border into Turkey. In search of Tekla, Lia travels to Istanbul with the unpredictable Achi, where they explore the hidden depths of the city.

DirectorLevan Akin
WriterLevan Akin
ProducersMattias Sandström·Mathilde Dedye

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Cast · Directed by Levan Akin

MAMzia Arabuli
Mzia Arabuli
Lia
LKLuke Kankava
Luke Kankava
Achi
DDDeniz Dumanlı
Deniz Dumanlı
Evrim
NK
Nino Karchava
Ruso
LB
Levan Bochorishvili
Zaza
NT
Nino Tedoradze
Nona (Neighbour Child)
BD
Bünyamin Değer
Izzet
SE
Sema Sultan Elekci
Gülpembe
MA
Metin Akdemir
Ahmet
OB
Oksan Büyük
Gülsen
YA
Yasmin Ada
Young Trans Girl
SF
Suzan Fadil
Second Young Trans Girl

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Crossing — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Crossing?

Crossing is streaming on MUBI and BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Rakuten TV. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Crossing on Netflix?

No, Crossing is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on MUBI and BBC iPlayer.

Is Crossing on Amazon Prime Video?

Crossing isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Crossing for free?

Crossing is available to stream free (with ads) on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom.