Edge of the City
“Tense drama of frightened men!”
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A male army deserter and a black male dock worker join forces against a corrupt manager, in a corrupt environment, and as their connection blossoms they must face the oppressive and morally decaying city they live in.
Cast
John Cassavetes
as Axel Nordmann
Sidney Poitier
as Tommy Tyler
Jack Warden
as Charles Malik
Kathleen Maguire
as Ellen Wilson
Ruby Dee
as Lucy Tyler
Val Avery
as Brother
Robert F. Simon
as George Nordmann
Ruth White
as Katherine Nordmann
William A. Lee
as Davis
John Kellogg
as Detective
David Clarke
as Wallace
Estelle Hemsley
as Mrs. Price
Roy Glenn
as Stevedore (uncredited)
Ralph Bell
as Night Boss (uncredited)
Mike Dana
as Detective (uncredited)
Charles Jordan
as Old Stevedore (uncredited)
Mike O'Dowd
as Malick's Henchman (uncredited)
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Stream Edge of the City online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated drama, crime, and romance movie originally produced in English and released in 1957, it's earned a solid 7.2/10 from 60 viewers worldwide.
About Edge of the City
“Tense drama of frightened men!”
A male army deserter and a black male dock worker join forces against a corrupt manager, in a corrupt environment, and as their connection blossoms they must face the oppressive and morally decaying city they live in. Running 85 minutes.
Edge of the City Cast and Characters
The cast features John Cassavetes (as Axel Nordmann), Sidney Poitier (as Tommy Tyler), Jack Warden (as Charles Malik), Kathleen Maguire (as Ellen Wilson), and Ruby Dee (as Lucy Tyler). Their performances are a major reason Edge of the City has built such a passionate audience.
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Edge of the City flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts, tight pacing that earns its twists, and chemistry between leads that actually feels real. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How long is Edge of the City?
Edge of the City runs for 85 minutes (about 1.4 hour).
Is Edge of the City good? What's the rating?
Edge of the City holds a 7.2/10 rating based on 60 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Edge of the City?
The main cast includes John Cassavetes, Sidney Poitier, Jack Warden, and Kathleen Maguire, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Edge of the City available in English?
Yes — Edge of the City was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Edge of the City released?
Edge of the City was released in 1957.
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Where can I watch Edge of the City for free?
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What is Edge of the City about?
Edge of the City is a Drama/Crime English-language film. A male army deserter and a black male dock worker join forces against a corrupt manager, in a corrupt environment, and as their connection blossoms they must face the oppressive and morally decaying city they live in.
When was Edge of the City released?
Edge of the City was released on January 4, 1957. It has a runtime of 1h 25m. The film was produced by David Susskind Productions.
Who stars in Edge of the City?
Edge of the City stars John Cassavetes, Sidney Poitier, Jack Warden and Kathleen Maguire. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Edge of the City available in HD?
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