Over the Edge (1979): Cast, Ratings & Plot
Over the Edge is a 1979 crime drama directed by Jonathan Kaplan, starring Matt Dillon, Vincent Spano and Harry Northup. It runs 1 hour 35 minutes. Critics gave it 67 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 35m (95 min)
- Director
- Jonathan Kaplan
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Orion Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Over the Edge About?
The premise of Over the Edge without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A down-on-his-luck addict’s life takes a dramatic turn when a stranger’s body falls near his home. Drawn into a perplexing investigation, he uncovers a web of dark secrets and criminal activity. To survive, he must confront not only the dangerous forces at play, but also the challenges of his own addiction and a troubled past.
Over the Edge Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- coming of age drama
- vandalism
- cult film
- independent film
- teensploitation
- bare midriff
- group of friends
- reference to kiss the band
- middle school
- shooting at a car
- school assembly
- mugging
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- reference to chicago illinois
- reference to cooperstown new york
- shooting cans
- firecracker
- teenage drama
- teenage crime
- cadillac dealership
- generation gap
- culture clash
- recreational drug use
- drug dealing
- arson
- bicycle
- social commentary
- social message film
- teenage rebellion
- popular music
- rock music
- rock and roll music
- suburban life
- junior high teacher
- accidental death
- adolescent
- teenage boy as protagonist
- arrest
- businessman
- mental depression
- false accusation
- handshake
- handcuffed
- hashish
- marijuana
- father son relationship
- mother son relationship
- playground
- riot
- switchblade knife
- texan
Over the Edge Cast
Matt Dillon leads the cast, with Vincent Spano and Harry Northup. Directed by Jonathan Kaplan; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Director Jonathan Kaplan
Also Starring in Over the Edge
· 6 moreMore from Jonathan Kaplan
More films directed by Jonathan Kaplan, best-rated first: Heart Like a Wheel, The Accused, Unlawful Entry and Project X.
Over the Edge Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Over the Edge 67 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 67 Metascore
User score 8.0
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TMDB 72% User score
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Over the Edge Plot Summary
What happens in Over the Edge from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the seemingly serene town of New Granada, Colorado, life flows smoothly around The Rec, a supervised space where teenagers can enjoy their freedom. Among them are Carl and Richie, two close friends who often hang out together. However, their idyllic days take a sharp turn when Police Sergeant Doberman, driven by suspicion, interrogates them regarding a recent freeway shooting. Although they are questioned at the station, they are ultimately released into their parents’ custody.
Full summary
The whole story of Over the Edge, scene by scene
Over the Edge Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 2 trailers.
- Trailer Over the Edge (1979) Original Trailer [FHD]
How Well Do You Know Over the Edge?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Cars in Over the Edge
53 cars on screen, including the 1948 Buick Roadmaster and the 1978 Cadillac Seville.
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1978 Cadillac Seville Important role -
1976 Chevrolet Impala Important role -
1976 Chevrolet Impala Important role
Over the Edge Also Known As
20 alternative titles, including “越过边界” and “Jóvenes rebeldes”.
- Also known as
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- 越过边界
- Jóvenes rebeldes
- Kaupungin kapinalliset
- Nuoret kapinalliset
- Over the edge - nuoret kapinalliset
- Rebeller i storstad
- Pera ap' ta oria
- Через край
- MousePacks
- On the Edge
- Firestreet
- Violences sur la ville
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- Unga rebeller
- Giovani guerrieri
- Wut im Bauch
- En el abismo
- Хулигани
- 大河边缘
- 오버 디 에지
- A Um Passo do Abismo
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Over the Edge FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Over the Edge, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Over the Edge?
Over the Edge runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).
When was Over the Edge released?
Over the Edge was released on May 18, 1979.
Who directed Over the Edge?
Over the Edge was directed by Jonathan Kaplan.
More films by Jonathan Kaplan Who is in the cast of Over the Edge?
Over the Edge stars Matt Dillon, Vincent Spano and Harry Northup, among 10 credited actors.
How is Over the Edge rated?
Over the Edge has 67 on Metacritic and 72% on TMDB.
Does Over the Edge have a post-credit scene?
No. Over the Edge has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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