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Edge of Winter

2016·Movie
1h 29min·R
52
MediocreGoodWatch score

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High energy, no humor.

Energy

Tense and thrilling

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Violence7

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics8
  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Cringe Humor2
  • Wit & Wordplay1

World

Everyday modern life, the mind, and family

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Ambiguity5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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About

Nothing is more dangerous than a father's love.

When two brothers are stranded by a brutal winter storm with an unpredictable father they barely know, the boys begin to suspect their supposed protector may be their biggest threat.
Survival ThrillerFamily ConflictRemote SettingWinter WildernessPsychological TensionFather-Son RelationshipIsolationSlow Burn

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Edge of Winter

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Edge of Winter legally?

Edge of Winter is included with a subscription to History Vault in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Edge of Winter worth watching?

52
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 5.4, Rotten Tomatoes 52%, and Metacritic 50). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Edge of Winter rated?

RViolenceStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Edge of Winter?

1 h 29 min

Edge of Winter runs 1 h 29 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Edge of Winter?

Critics51
Audiences54

Yes. Critics average 51 and audiences 54 out of 100, so both groups see Edge of Winter much the same way.

What language is Edge of Winter in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States, Canada.

In how many countries can I watch Edge of Winter?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Edge of Winter in 74 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.