On the Edge (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1949, On the Edge is a fantasy film directed by Curtis Harrington, running about 6 minutes.
What it’s about. In this fragile yet frightening poetic fantasy set against a dark industrial landscape, Curtis Harrington casts his own mother and father in lead roles.
Who’s in it. On the Edge stars Isabel Harrington and Raymond S. Harrington.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, On the Edge has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on TCM. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch On the Edge page.
If you liked it. Fans of On the Edge tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch On the Edge (1949)?
- In US, On the Edge is available to stream on TCM. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is On the Edge worth watching?
- On the Edge holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in On the Edge?
- On the Edge stars Isabel Harrington and Raymond S. Harrington.
- When was On the Edge released?
- On the Edge was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 6 minutes.