Edge of Eternity (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1959, Edge of Eternity is a thriller, drama, crime and mystery film directed by Don Siegel, running about 80 minutes. “Mile-High Suspense In The Grand Canyon!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Helped by socialite Janice Kendon and barkeeper Scott O'Brien, Arizona deputy sheriff Les Martin works to solve three brutal murders in and around the Grand Canyon. His efforts leads to the killer fleeing with Janice as a hostage and a chase by car and helicopter lead to a climax on a miner's bucket on cables a mile above the canyon floor.
Who’s in it. Edge of Eternity stars Cornel Wilde as Les Martin, Victoria Shaw as Janice Kendon, Mickey Shaughnessy as Scotty O'Brien and Edgar Buchanan as Sheriff Edwards, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Edge of Eternity has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Edge of Eternity page.
If you liked it. Fans of Edge of Eternity tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Edge of Eternity (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Edge of Eternity change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Edge of Eternity worth watching?
- Edge of Eternity holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Edge of Eternity?
- Edge of Eternity stars Cornel Wilde, Victoria Shaw, Mickey Shaughnessy, Edgar Buchanan and Jack Elam.
- When was Edge of Eternity released?
- Edge of Eternity was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.