Edge of Hell
"A half world of dark alleys and back streets... the side of the city they called..."
Originally released in 1956. Edge of Hell is a drama film. directed by Hugo Haas. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Hugo Haas, Francesca De Scaffa, and June Shelley
Synopsis
In this heart-warming drama, a beggar and his performing dog, Flip, struggle to eke out a living upon the cruel streets. He is hired to perform at a rich kid's birthday party. There, the beggar is offered $500 for his beloved dog. He refuses and again hits the streets. Soon he becomes so impoverished that he can no longer provide food for his four-legged friend; he sells him for $20. The beggar is then beaten and robbed. Later he learns that Flip died. The man soon follows the dog to heaven where they begin performing for God.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 1, 1956
69 years ago
Runtime
1h 18m
78 minutes total
User Rating
5.2/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Hugo Haas Productions
- Universal International Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edge of Hell about?
In this heart-warming drama, a beggar and his performing dog, Flip, struggle to eke out a living upon the cruel streets. He is hired to perform at a rich kid's birthday party. There, the beggar is ...
Who directed Edge of Hell?
Edge of Hell was directed by Hugo Haas.
How long is Edge of Hell?
Edge of Hell has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).
When was Edge of Hell released?
Edge of Hell was released on July 1, 1956 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Edge of Hell?
The main cast of Edge of Hell includes Hugo Haas, Francesca De Scaffa, June Shelley, Jeffrey Stone, Ken Carlton.