The Edge (1997) movie poster

The Edge (1997)

"They were fighting over a woman when the plane went down. Now, their only chance for survival is each other."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 73%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 64% (RT: 63%, MC: 66) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ActionAdventureDrama

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Runtime
1h 57m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.8/10 (1,289 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
63%
Metacritic
66
Cast
Anthony Hopkins as Charles Morse
Alec Baldwin as Robert Green
Elle Macpherson as Mickey Morse
Harold Perrineau as Stephen
L.Q. Jones as Styles
Mark Kiely as Mechanic
Eli Gabay as Jet Pilot
Most people think so. 73% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,289 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 64%.
Overview
The plane carrying wealthy Charles Morse crashes down in the Alaskan wilderness. Together with the two other passengers, photographer Robert and assistant Stephen, Charles devises a plan to help them reach civilization. However, his biggest obstacle might not be the elements, or even the Kodiak bear stalking them -- it could be Robert, whom Charles suspects is having an affair with his wife and would not mind seeing him dead. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • During production of The Edge, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

The Edge is a 1997 action, adventure, drama film directed by Lee Tamahori. The plane carrying wealthy Charles Morse crashes down in the Alaskan wilderness. Together with the two other passengers, photographer Robert and assistant Stephen, Charles devises a plan to help them reach civilization.

However, his biggest obstacle might not be the elements, or even the Kodiak bear stalking them -- it could be Robert, whom Charles suspects is having an affair with his wife and would not mind seeing him dead. The film has been rated by 1,289 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a action film, The Edge delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Edge (1997) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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