Edge of the City
"Tense drama of frightened men!"
Originally released in 1957. Edge of the City is a drama/crime film. directed by Martin Ritt. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring John Cassavetes, Sidney Poitier, and Jack Warden
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 4, 1957
69 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (59 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- David Susskind Productions
- Jonathan Productions
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edge of the City about?
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 decayin...
Who directed Edge of the City?
Edge of the City was directed by Martin Ritt.
How long is Edge of the City?
Edge of the City has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was Edge of the City released?
Edge of the City was released on January 4, 1957 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Edge of the City?
The main cast of Edge of the City includes John Cassavetes, Sidney Poitier, Jack Warden, Kathleen Maguire, Ruby Dee.