On the Edge
“Tales that will take you to the edge... If you dare...”
Synopsis
A compendium of three short science-fiction films, each with a decidedly feminist slant.
Top Cast
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John Goodman
The Dean (segment "Happy Birthday")
Sydney Tamiia Poitier
Hannah (segment "Happy Birthday")
Beverly D'Angelo
Bag Lady (segment "Happy Birthday")
Christopher Lloyd
Attorney Bum (segment "Happy Birthday")
David Hyde Pierce
Barney (segment "Happy Birthday")
Caroline Rhea
Monica (segment "Happy Birthday")
Jenica Bergere
Sally (segment "Happy Birthday")
Ken Hudson Campbell
Security Guard (segment "Happy Birthday")
Roman Danylo
Donald (segment "Happy Birthday")
Kimiko Gelman
May Lee Ha (segment "Happy Birthday")
Jean Kasem
Nurse (segment "Happy Birthday")
Taylor Negron
Policeman (segment "Happy Birthday")
Travis Wester
Chute Boy (segment "Happy Birthday")
Dondré Whitfield
Man in Elevator (segment "Happy Birthday")
Marissa Jaret Winokur
Dean's Secretary (segment "Happy Birthday")
Bruce Davison
(segment "The Other Side")
Anthony LaPaglia
Dr. Maas (segment "The Other Side")
Karen Sillas
Anna (segment "The Other Side")
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 28, 2001
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Helen Mirren, Mary Stuart Masterson, Anne Heche, Jana Sue Memel
- Screenplay & Story
- Bruce Holland Rogers, Crispin Whittell, Walter M. Miller Jr., Keith Laumer, Mary Stuart Masterson, Anne Heche
- Original Score
- Jason Frederick, Guy Dagul, Jim Goodwin
- Original Title
- On the Edge
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Chanticleer Films, Paramount Pictures, Paramount Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Helen Mirren, Mary Stuart Masterson, Anne Heche, Jana Sue Memel
Bruce Holland Rogers, Crispin Whittell, Walter M. Miller Jr., Keith Laumer, Mary Stuart Masterson, Anne Heche
Jason Frederick, Guy Dagul, Jim Goodwin
Jeff Levy, Michael Barrett, James Whitaker, Nancy Schreiber
Melissa Kent, Gabriel Wrye
Jana Sue Memel
Department Leadership Roster
Melissa Kent
Editor
Crispin Whittell
Writer
Gabriel Wrye
Editor
Helen Mirren
Director
Mary Stuart Masterson
Director
Anne Heche
Director
Jana Sue Memel
Director
Jana Sue Memel
Producer
Mary Stuart Masterson
Writer
Jeff Levy
Director of Photography
Michael Barrett
Director of Photography
Anne Heche
Writer
James Whitaker
Director of Photography
Nancy Schreiber
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About On the Edge
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is On the Edge about?
A compendium of three short science-fiction films, each with a decidedly feminist slant.
Who directed On the Edge?
On the Edge was directed by Helen Mirren, Mary Stuart Masterson, Anne Heche, Jana Sue Memel.
Who stars in On the Edge?
The principal cast of On the Edge includes John Goodman, Sydney Tamiia Poitier, Beverly D'Angelo, Christopher Lloyd, David Hyde Pierce.
When was On the Edge released and how long is it?
On the Edge was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for On the Edge?
The original motion picture soundtrack for On the Edge was composed by Jason Frederick, Guy Dagul, Jim Goodwin.
What is the age rating and content advisory for On the Edge?
On the Edge holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).