On The Edge (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2001, On The Edge is a comedy, drama, romance and science fiction film directed by Anne Heche, running about 95 minutes. “Tales that will take you to the edge... If you dare...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A compendium of three short science-fiction films, each with a decidedly feminist slant.
Who’s in it. On The Edge stars John Goodman as The Dean (segment "Happy Birthday"), Sydney Tamiia Poitier as Hannah (segment "Happy Birthday"), Beverly D'Angelo as Bag Lady (segment "Happy Birthday") and Christopher Lloyd as Attorney Bum (segment "Happy Birthday"), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, On The Edge 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 On The Edge page.
If you liked it. Fans of On The Edge tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch On The Edge (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for On The Edge change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is On The Edge worth watching?
- On The Edge holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, romance and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in On The Edge?
- On The Edge stars John Goodman, Sydney Tamiia Poitier, Beverly D'Angelo, Christopher Lloyd and David Hyde Pierce.
- When was On The Edge released?
- On The Edge was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.