The Edge (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1968, The Edge is a drama film directed by Robert Kramer, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. A troubled antiwar activist plans to assassinate the President of the United States. His resolve forces others in a fragmented and disillusioned group of political allies to face the threat of government counterintelligence and the temptations of middle-age security, and to reexamine their commitment to radical action.
Who’s in it. The Edge stars Tom Griffin as Tom Eliot, Howard Loeb Babeuf as Bill Raskin, Jeff Weiss as Max Laing and Anne Waldman Warsch as Didi Stein, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Edge has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Edge page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Edge tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Edge (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Edge change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Edge worth watching?
- The Edge holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Edge?
- The Edge stars Tom Griffin, Howard Loeb Babeuf, Jeff Weiss, Anne Waldman Warsch and Sanford Cohen.
- When was The Edge released?
- The Edge was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.