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Borderlands (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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Borderlands is a 2024 action thriller directed by Eli Roth, starring Cate Blanchett as Lilith, Edgar Ramírez and Kevin Hart. It runs 1 hour 42 minutes and earned $33 million worldwide on a $115 million budget. Critics gave it 26 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.7/10.

IMDb rating
4.7/10
worldwide gross
$33M
Echo Score
25
Metascore
26
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Borderlands (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 42m (102 min)
Director
Eli Roth
Genres
Action , Adventure , Comedy , Sci-Fi
Original language
English
Budget
$115M
After the credits
Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
The story

What Is Borderlands About?

The premise of Borderlands without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

Driven by a personal quest, bounty hunter Lilith returns to the lawless planet Pandora to find Atlas’s missing daughter. On this chaotic world, she joins forces with a diverse group of outcasts, embarking on a dangerous adventure filled with action, humor, and sci-fi thrills as they navigate treacherous terrain and face formidable challenges.

Borderlands Themes & Keywords

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Cast & crew

Borderlands Cast & Characters

Cate Blanchett leads the cast as Lilith, with Edgar Ramírez as Atlas and Kevin Hart as Roland. Directed by Eli Roth; 20 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Eli Roth

More films directed by Eli Roth, best-rated first: Grindhouse, Thanksgiving, The House with a Clock in Its Walls and Cabin Fever.

Full filmography
Ratings

Borderlands Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Borderlands 26 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.7/10. Our Echo Score gives it 25/100, strongest in art & craft (30) and weakest in rewatch factor (20).

25 /100

Borderlands Echo Score Breakdown

Borderlands struggles to meet expectations across multiple fronts. Reviews emphasize pervasive incoherence, limited character depth, and uneven adaptation from the game, while occasional praise for action sequences and visual design remains overshadowed. Critics highlight poor effects, disjointed plot, and lack of emotional anchoring, and users note forgettable humor and shallow storytelling. Some appreciate moments of vibrant color and sporadic comedic timing, but these do little to mitigate the film’s structural flaws. The net impression is a largely unsuccessful and unmemorable adaptation.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 30

    In terms of art and craft, visual execution is uneven and often detracts from immersion. Critics describe shoddy effects and uninspired editing, noting that concept art glimpses fail to translate into dynamic imagery. A handful of users acknowledge competent VFX shots and occasional strong color choices, but these are rare amid frequent technical missteps. Overall, the film’s production design and cinematography lack the polish necessary to support its ambitious premise.

  • Character & Emotion 20

    When it comes to character and emotion, portrayals feel superficial and lack resonance. Multiple critics point to shallow characterizations, stripped of humanity and motivation, resulting in limited empathy. While a few users praise isolated performances—especially the lead’s energetic presence—these moments are sparse against a backdrop of underdeveloped relationships and stilted dialogue. Consequently, the film fails to establish meaningful connections, leaving its characters feeling transient and unengaging.

  • Story & Flow 25

    In terms of story and flow, the narrative is marked by incoherence and uneven pacing. Observers criticize a disjointed script comprised of loosely linked scenes, leading to a disruptive viewing experience. Although some viewers appreciate the film’s brisk momentum and occasional comedic interludes, these elements offer only fleeting engagement. The overall storyline lacks the cohesion and originality necessary to sustain interest, culminating in a plot that feels both hurried and uninspired.

  • Sensory Experience 30

    When evaluating the sensory experience, the film presents a mixed visual and auditory profile. Reviewers lament poor CGI quality and inconsistent sound design that undermine key action sequences. Conversely, some audiences recognize vibrant color schemes and a few effective sound cues that momentarily enhance immersion. However, these sporadic strengths are overshadowed by technical flaws and a lack of cohesive style. As a result, the sensory elements seldom coalesce into a compelling cinematic atmosphere.

  • Rewatch Factor 20

    Regarding rewatch factor, the movie offers limited incentive for repeat viewings. Most feedback highlights its forgettable humor and thin narrative as deterrents to returning. While a small number of viewers find moments of enjoyable action or comedic beats that could entertain casual replays, these instances are too isolated to compensate for the film’s broader deficiencies. In sum, the lack of lasting appeal and emotional depth results in minimal rewatch value.

Plot

Borderlands Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Borderlands from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

On the vibrant planet of Pandora, a mercenary soldier named Roland, who seems to have gone rogue, orchestrates the kidnapping of the young girl, Tiny Tina, with the aid of Krieg, a “Psycho” who shares a past with an institution. Meanwhile, across the cosmos, the seasoned bounty hunter Lilith receives an urgent summons from Atlas, a domineering corporate leader. He persuades her to undertake the daring rescue of his daughter, Tina. This marks Lilith’s long-awaited return to Pandora, the planet she left behind as a child.

Full summary

The whole story of Borderlands, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Borderlands Box Office & Budget

Borderlands grossed $33 million worldwide on a $115 million budget, 29% of what it cost. $15.5 million came from the US and Canada and $17.5 million (53%) from the rest of the world.

2024 box office

Worldwide gross

$33M

29% of its budget back

US & Canada
$15.5M
International
$17.5M
Budget
$115M
US & Canada 47% Rest of the world 53%
Videos

Borderlands Trailers & Videos

9 videos: 2 trailers, 1 teaser, 1 clip, 3 featurettes and 2 behind-the-scenes videos.

All 9 videos
Official Trailer
  • Trailer Final Trailer
  • Teaser Trailer Tease
  • Clip Exclusive Look
  • Featurette Our Pandora
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Borderlands?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Details

Borderlands Also Known As

21 alternative titles, including “แดนล้น คนปล้นจักรวาล” and “邊緣禁地:沙丘喪戰”.

Also known as
  • แดนล้น คนปล้นจักรวาล
  • 邊緣禁地:沙丘喪戰
  • 無主之地
  • سرزمین مرزی, ბორდერლენდსი
  • 邊緣禁地
  • บอร์เดอร์แลนดส์ แดนล้น คนปล้นจักรวาล
  • Бордерлендс
  • Borderlands: O Destino do Universo Está em Jogo
  • 보더랜드
  • Borderlands: Trở Lại Pandora
  • 无主之地
  • Бордерлендз
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  • Borderlands: El destino del universo está en juego
  • בורדרלנדס, საზღვრისპირა
  • บอร์เดอร์แลนดส์
  • Borderlands: Paslaptinga relikvija
  • Borderlands: Тайната реликва
  • ボーダーランズ
  • Погранична подручја
  • بوردرلاندز
  • Borderlands: salapärane reliikvia

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FAQ

Borderlands FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Borderlands, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Borderlands?

Borderlands runs 1 hour 42 minutes (102 minutes).

When was Borderlands released?

Borderlands was released on August 9, 2024.

Who directed Borderlands?

Borderlands was directed by Eli Roth.

More films by Eli Roth

Who is in the cast of Borderlands?

Borderlands stars Cate Blanchett as Lilith, Edgar Ramírez as Atlas and Kevin Hart as Roland, among 20 credited actors.

How much did Borderlands make at the box office?

Borderlands grossed $33 million worldwide ($15.5 million domestic, $17.5 million international) on a budget of $115 million.

How is Borderlands rated?

Borderlands has 4.7/10 on IMDb, 26 on Metacritic and 55% on TMDB.

Does Borderlands have a post-credit scene?

Yes. Borderlands has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.

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