The Edge
Synopsis
A three-part anthology suspense program in which men and women face life's ultimate danger zone. Each episode is introduced by a mysterious figure known as The Watcher (Barry Sattels), who arrives on the scene just as strange things being to happen - pushing men and women in crisis over the edge and into bizarre, unexpected actions.
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Barry Sattels
The Watcher / Anthology Host
Rutger Hauer
Sheriff Emil Abel (Indian Poker)
Christian Slater
The Kid (Professional Man)
Brad Davis
Kenny (Black Pudding)
Kelly Lynch
Hilda (Black Pudding)
Bridget Fonda
Dorite (Professional Man)
Dann Florek
Paulie / Strip-Joint Operator (Professional Man)
Michael Rooker
Deputy Sheriff (Indian Poker)
William McNamara
Boy (Indian Poker)
Ron Gilbert
Ryker (Black Pudding)
John Philbin
Deputy Andy (Indian Poker)
John Snyder
Toledo (Professional Man)
Robert Mangiardi
(Black Pudding)
Patricia Arquette
The Girl / Raped Woman (Indian Poker)
Jeremy Roberts
(Black Pudding)
Bill Dunnam
Low-Life (Professional Man)
Maxine Wasa
Maggie (Black Pudding)
Ivan E. Roth
Billy Burns (Indian Poker)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Luis Mandoki, Carl Schenkel, Nicholas Kazan
- Screenplay & Story
- David Goodis, Alan Sharp, Curtis E. Fischer, Nicholas Kazan
- Original Score
- Michel Rubini
- Original Title
- The Edge
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Luis Mandoki, Carl Schenkel, Nicholas Kazan
David Goodis, Alan Sharp, Curtis E. Fischer, Nicholas Kazan
Michel Rubini
Thomas Burstyn
Herbert H. Dow, Peter Basinski
Lewis Chesler, Christopher Morgan
Department Leadership Roster
Thomas Burstyn
Director of Photography
Luis Mandoki
Director
Alan Sharp
Writer
Carl Schenkel
Director
Curtis E. Fischer
Writer
Nicholas Kazan
Director
Nicholas Kazan
Writer
Herbert H. Dow
Editor
Bambi Breakstone
Costume Design
Joseph A. Kerezman
Costume Design
Corey Kaplan
Production Design
Christopher Morgan
Producer
Peter Basinski
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Edge
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What is The Edge about?
A three-part anthology suspense program in which men and women face life's ultimate danger zone. Each episode is introduced by a mysterious figure known as The Watcher (Barry Sattels), who arrives on the scene just as strange things being to happen - pushing men and women in crisis over the edge and into bizarre, unexpected actions.
Who directed The Edge?
The Edge was directed by Luis Mandoki, Carl Schenkel, Nicholas Kazan.
Who stars in The Edge?
The principal cast of The Edge includes Barry Sattels, Rutger Hauer, Christian Slater, Brad Davis, Kelly Lynch.
When was The Edge released and how long is it?
The Edge was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.
Who composed the musical score for The Edge?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Edge was composed by Michel Rubini.