The Edge (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 2019, The Edge is a documentary film directed by Barney Douglas, running about 95 minutes. “No England cricket team rose higher... and fell harder” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Between 2009 and 2013, the England Test cricket team rose from the depths of the rankings to become the first and only English side to reach world number one (since ICC records began). The Edge is a compelling, funny and emotional insight into a band of brothers' rise to the top, their unmatched achievements and the huge toll it would take.
Who’s in it. The Edge stars Alastair Cook as Self, Sir Alastair Cook as Himself, Andrew Flower as Self and Andrew Strauss as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The Edge has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. 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 One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Edge (2019)?
- In US, The Edge is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Edge worth watching?
- The Edge holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Edge?
- The Edge stars Alastair Cook, Sir Alastair Cook, Andrew Flower, Andrew Strauss and David Saker.
- When was The Edge released?
- The Edge was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.