---
title: "The Edge of Seventeen"
year: 2016
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-edge-of-seventeen-2016"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 376660
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 105
community_rating: 7.2
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Edge of Seventeen (2016) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-edge-of-seventeen-2016

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Edge of Seventeen is a film first released in 2016. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Tang Media Productions, Gracie Films, STXfilms. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Best friends clash when one dates the other's older brother."

### Why Watch
- Hailee Steinfeld delivers a standout performance
- Relatable portrayal of teenage angst
- Mixes humor with heartfelt moments

### Caveats & Content Note
- Focused on high‑school experience, which may not appeal to all viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film features teenage themes and language typical of high‑school dramas, suitable for mature teens and adults.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedy, drama, teen, coming-of-age, high-school

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/the-edge-of-seventeen-2016#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Kelly Fremon Craig
- **Networks / Studios**: Tang Media Productions, Gracie Films, STXfilms

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Hailee Steinfeld** as *Nadine Franklin*
- **Woody Harrelson** as *Mr. Bruner*
- **Haley Lu Richardson** as *Krista*
- **Blake Jenner** as *Darian Franklin*
- **Kyra Sedgwick** as *Mona Franklin*
- **Hayden Szeto** as *Erwin Kim*
- **Alexander Calvert** as *Nick Mossman*
- **Eric Keenleyside** as *Tom Franklin*
- **Nesta Cooper** as *Shannon*
- **Meredith Monroe** as *Greer*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What genre is The Edge of Seventeen?
It is a comedy‑drama teen film.

### Q: Who directed the movie?
Kelly Fremon Craig directed and wrote the film.

### Q: Who stars in the lead role?
Hailee Steinfeld leads, with Woody Harrelson, Kyra Sedgwick and Haley Lu Richardson in supporting roles.

### Q: When was the film released?
It was released in the United States on November 18, 2016.

### Q: What is the basic premise?
A high‑school girl’s life is upended when her best friend dates her older brother, her nemesis.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Edge of Seventeen — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/376660)
- [Hořkých sedmnáct – Wikipedie](https://cs.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ho%C5%99k%C3%BDch_sedmn%C3%A1ct)
- [The Edge of Seventeen - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Edge_of_Seventeen)
- [The Edge Of Seventeen 2016, directed by Kelly Fremon Craig…](https://www.timeout.com/movies/the-edge-of-seventeen)
- [The Edge of Seventeen movie review](https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/the-edge-of-seventeen-2016)
- [Watch The Edge of Seventeen | Netflix](https://www.netflix.com/cz-en/title/80104316)

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