The Edge of Seventeen (2016)
Kernel Score: 82% · 4,208 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Comedy, Drama
Released: 2016-11-18
Runtime: 105 minutes
Is The Edge of Seventeen worth watching?
Worth watching. A prickly teenager's life implodes when her best friend dates her brother. It's funny and honest about teenage misery without being cruel to anyone, and a very good teen comedy-drama.
Watch it if you
- like honest teen comedies
- enjoy sharp, self-aware heroines
- want a comedy with real feeling
Skip it if you
- dislike awkward humour
- want a light romcom
Best for: Solo night in
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch The Edge of Seventeen
- Stream: Prime Video
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Two high school girls are best friends until one dates the other's older brother, who is totally his sister's nemesis.
The Edge of Seventeen parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that The Edge of Seventeen is an R-rated teen dramedy dealing with friendship breakups, loneliness and teen angst.
- Language: Moderate — R rating and review excerpts including profanity ('Shit') suggest strong language throughout.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like The Edge of Seventeen
If you liked The Edge of Seventeen, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- Lady Bird (2017) — 82%: Another smart, funny coming-of-age story.
- Eighth Grade (2018) — 80%: Painfully honest story of teenage anxiety.
- Booksmart (2019) — 78%: Funny comedy about a teen friendship.
- The Half of It (2020) — 80%: Sweet, clever teen story.
- The Breakfast Club (1985) — 87%: The classic of teenage outsiders.
- Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. (2023) — 80%: Honest story of a girl growing up.
Director
Cast
- 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
The Edge of Seventeen FAQ
Is The Edge of Seventeen worth watching?
Worth watching. A prickly teenager's life implodes when her best friend dates her brother. It's funny and honest about teenage misery without being cruel to anyone, and a very good teen comedy-drama.
Where can I watch The Edge of Seventeen?
In the US you can stream The Edge of Seventeen on Prime Video and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Edge of Seventeen OK for kids?
The Edge of Seventeen is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that The Edge of Seventeen is an R-rated teen dramedy dealing with friendship breakups, loneliness and teen angst.
What movies are like The Edge of Seventeen?
If you liked The Edge of Seventeen, try Lady Bird, Eighth Grade, Booksmart and The Half of It.