Movie

On the Edge

“A joyride through sex, love, and other activities.”

★ 6.6(56)20011h 25m

On the Edge is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home in United States. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 9 June 2026.

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Good to know

Director: John Carney
Release date: 2001-09-21
Runtime: 1h 25m
Language: Irish
Budget: $7,000,000
Status: Released
Country: Ireland
Studio: Hell's Kitchen

On the Edge — trailer

About On the Edge

On the Edge is a 2001 movie in the Drama and Romance genres, directed by John Carney, starring Cillian Murphy, Martin Carney and Paul Hickey. It has a runtime of 1 hour 25 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 56 viewers. Below you can see where to watch On the Edge in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A suicidal young man is committed to a Dublin psychiatric hospital where he meets new friends who greatly influence his life.

Cast

Cillian Murphy

Jonathan Breech

Martin Carney

Priest

Paul Hickey

Mikey

Camille O'Sullivan

Mikey's Wife

Vincent Walsh

Bouncer

Vinny Murphy

Bouncer

Mary Murray

Maria

Gavin Coleman

Maria's Boyfriend

Stephen Rea

Dr. Figure

Tricia Vessey

Rachel Row

Patrick Murray

Joyrider

Jonathan Jackson

Toby

Themes & keywords

understated

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch On the Edge in United States?+

In United States, On the Edge is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is On the Edge on Netflix?+

On the Edge is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is On the Edge?+

On the Edge has a runtime of 1 hour 25 minutes (85 minutes).

Who stars in On the Edge?+

On the Edge stars Cillian Murphy, Martin Carney, Paul Hickey, Camille O'Sullivan and Vincent Walsh.

When did On the Edge come out?+

On the Edge is a 2001 movie directed by John Carney.

What genre is On the Edge?+

On the Edge is Drama and Romance film.

Who directed On the Edge?+

On the Edge was directed by John Carney.