---
title: "Sharp Corner"
year: 2025
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/sharp-corner-2025"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1244890
imdb_id: "tt9569096"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 111
community_rating: 5.8
vote_count: 108
content_rating: "NR"
---

# Sharp Corner (2025) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/sharp-corner-2025

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Sharp Corner is a 2024 thriller film written and directed by Jason Buxton, based on a 2012 short story by Russell Wangersky. The film stars Ben Foster as Josh McCall, a dedicated family man who becomes dangerously obsessed with saving the lives of car accident victims on the sharp road corner in front of his house.

The film premiered at the Toronto film festival and blends thriller and comedy elements over a runtime of 1 hour and 51 minutes. It is noted for offering an unusual threat and an unpredictable character unraveling.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A dedicated family man develops a dangerous obsession with saving car accident victims near his home."

### Why Watch
- Features Ben Foster starring as Josh McCall.
- Written and directed by Jason Buxton based on a short story by Russell Wangersky.
- Explores an unusual and unpredictable storyline about a man unraveling.

### Caveats & Content Note
- It features dark and potentially unsettling themes regarding car accidents and obsession.
- Tone & Suitability: The tone is dark and compelling, offering a smart thriller experience with a runtime of 1 hour and 51 minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #thriller, #comedy, #obsession, #dark-thriller, #family-drama, #road-accidents

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Hulu | Kanopy | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Now TV Cinema | None | Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crave, Crave Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jason Buxton
- **Networks / Studios**: Alcina Pictures, Shut Up & Colour Pictures, Kobalt Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ben Foster** as *Josh McCall*
- **Cobie Smulders** as *Rachel Davis-McCall*
- **William Kosovic** as *Max McCall*
- **Gavin Drea** as *Erikson*
- **Emily Jewer** as *Collins*
- **Susan Leblanc-Crawford** as *Memorial Mom*
- **Sébastien Labelle** as *Memorial Dad*
- **Rudy Harris** as *Teen Boy - Kyle Curry*
- **Isabelle MacNeil** as *Teen Girl*
- **Eugene Sampang** as *Alan*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Sharp Corner?
Streaming availability can be checked on platforms such as Plex.

### Q: Is Sharp Corner worth watching?
Reviews describe it as a smart, darkly compelling thriller with a strong performance by Ben Foster.

### Q: What is the binge duration for Sharp Corner?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 51 minutes.

### Q: Are there essential episodes to watch?
Sharp Corner is a feature film rather than a series, so it does not have episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Sharp Corner — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1244890)
- [Sharp Corner (2025) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1244890-sharp-corner/cast)
- [Sharp Corner - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sharp_Corner)
- [Sharp Corner (2024) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9569096/fullcredits/)
- [Sharp Corner — Full Cast | Today in Movies](https://todayinmovies.com/movie/sharp-corner/cast)
- [Where to Watch Sharp Corner (2025) Online](https://watch.plex.tv/)

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