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Over the Edge

1979·Movie
1h 35min·PG
76
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A touch of humor.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline6
  • Fast Pace6

Heart

Melancholic and nostalgic

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Coming of Age8
  • Melancholy7
  • Nostalgia7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Cringe Humor3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

History, everyday modern life, and growing up

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Nobody listened. Nobody cared. Until the night they went "Over the Edge"

A group of bored teenagers rebel against authority in the community of New Granada.
Teen RebellionSocial DiscontentComing-of-Age Drama1970s Youth CultureSuburban AngstDelinquencyAuthority vs. YouthSmall Town DisaffectionSoundtrack Driven

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Over the Edge

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Over the Edge legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Over the Edge worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.2, Rotten Tomatoes 86%, and Metacritic 67). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Over the Edge rated?

PGViolenceStrong languageDrug use

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and drug use.

How long is Over the Edge?

1 h 35 min

Over the Edge runs 1 h 35 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Over the Edge?

Critics77
Audiences79

Yes. Critics average 77 and audiences 79 out of 100, so both groups see Over the Edge much the same way.

What language is Over the Edge in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Over the Edge?

7CAESGBGGIENLUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Over the Edge in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Over the Edge use?

Villain Has a PointDirty CopRage Breaking PointCharacter DevelopmentCentral ThemeOnly Sane ManJerk with a Heart of GoldThe VoicelessHonest John's DealershipJerkass Has a PointSuburbiaKarmic Deathand 19 more

TV Tropes lists 31 storytelling tropes for Over the Edge, including Villain Has a Point, Dirty Cop, Rage Breaking Point.