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Edge of Desire 2017

“Women as strong as their desires.”

★ 7.2/10 · 29 votes NR SoapComedyDramaCrime 1 seasons · 172 eps Ended
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What is Edge of Desire?

Edge of Desire is a 2017 television series categorized as a soap, comedy, drama, and crime production. Written by International Emmy Award winner Gloria Perez, the program focuses on the lives of three strong-willed women who share a common tenacity as they fight to achieve their personal goals.

Type
TV series
Year
2017
Status
Ended
Episodes
172
Runtime
60 minutes
First aired
Apr 3, 2017
Last aired
Oct 19, 2017
Original language
PT
Origin
BR
Networks
TV Globo
Genres
Soap, Comedy, Drama, Crime
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Overview

Edge of Desire is a 2017 television series categorized as a soap, comedy, drama, and crime production. Written by International Emmy Award winner Gloria Perez, the program focuses on the lives of three strong-willed women who share a common tenacity as they fight to achieve their personal goals. The narrative follows an ambitious woman who chooses to abandon her legal education for the sake of love, eventually becoming involved in the criminal world. Another central character is a policewoman who balances her professional responsibilities fighting organized crime with her personal dream of becoming a mixed martial arts champion. The third woman is a young dreamer who finds herself torn between her search for personal freedom and her quest to find true love. The series explores the concept of women being as strong as their desires as they navigate these distinct paths. The show is recognized for its character-driven storytelling and thematic focus on the determination required to pursue one's aspirations in the face of various challenges.

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Should you watch it?

“Three strong-willed women navigate love, crime, and personal ambition in this Brazilian drama series.”

Reasons to watch
  • written by an International Emmy Award winner
  • features complex female-led storylines
Keep in mind
  • the series has a specific soap opera structure

Watch it if you enjoy character-focused dramas centered on the lives of determined women.

The series contains themes of crime and organized conflict.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the series about?

It follows three women who fight for their desires, including a law student turned criminal and a policewoman aiming for MMA success.

Who wrote the series?

The series was written by International Emmy Award winner Gloria Perez.

When did the series air?

The series aired from 3 April 2017 to 20 October 2017.

What genre is the show?

It is categorized as a soap, comedy, drama, and crime series.

Where was the show produced?

Edge of Desire is a Brazilian telenovela produced by Rede Globo.