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7.3 / 10(443 votes)IMDbPG19921h 42m$25.1M Worldwide GrossUnited States of America

The Cutting Edge

“The ultimate love/skate relationship.”

Synopsis

Two former Olympians, one a figure skater and the other a hockey player, pin their hopes of one last shot at Olympic glory on one another. That is, of course, if they can keep from killing each other in the process...

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Type: Trailer • Published 2023-01-30

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

March 27, 1992

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Financials & Box Office Performance

Released

Production Budget

Undisclosed

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$25.1M

Total global ticket sales

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Paul Michael Glaser
Screenplay & Story
Tony Gilroy
Original Score
Patrick Williams
Original Title
The Cutting Edge
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English, French, Russian
Runtime
1h 42m
Worldwide Gross
$25.1M
Production Studios
Interscope Communications, MGM-Pathé Communications, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Paul Michael Glaser

Screenplay & Story

Tony Gilroy

Original Score & Music

Patrick Williams

Director of Photography

Elliot Davis

Film Editing

Michael E. Polakow

Producers

Robert W. Cort, Ted Field, Karen Murphy

Department Leadership Roster

Tony Gilroy

Tony Gilroy

Writer

Paul Michael Glaser

Paul Michael Glaser

Director

David Gropman

Production Design

Robert W. Cort

Producer

Patrick Williams

Patrick Williams

Original Music Composer

Ted Field

Ted Field

Producer

Elliot Davis

Elliot Davis

Director of Photography

Michael E. Polakow

Editor

William Ivey Long

Costume Design

Branko Racki

Branko Racki

Stunt Coordinator

Karen Murphy

Producer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: PG

PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.

International Certification Matrix

Australia (ACB)PG

Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.

Germany (FSK)6

FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.

United States (MPAA)PG

Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Cutting Edge

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Cutting Edge about?

Two former Olympians, one a figure skater and the other a hockey player, pin their hopes of one last shot at Olympic glory on one another. That is, of course, if they can keep from killing each other in the process...

Who directed The Cutting Edge?

The Cutting Edge was directed by Paul Michael Glaser.

Who stars in The Cutting Edge?

The principal cast of The Cutting Edge includes D. B. Sweeney, Moira Kelly, Roy Dotrice, Terry O'Quinn, Dwier Brown.

When was The Cutting Edge released and how long is it?

The Cutting Edge was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.

How much did The Cutting Edge make at the box office?

The Cutting Edge grossed $25.1M in worldwide ticket sales.

Who composed the musical score for The Cutting Edge?

The original motion picture soundtrack for The Cutting Edge was composed by Patrick Williams.

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Cutting Edge?

The Cutting Edge holds official age classifications: AU: PG (Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.); DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).