Edge of the World
2021, English. Directed by Michael Haussman.
The true story that inspired The Man Who Would Be King
Sarawak, in the northeast of the island of Borneo, 1839. Almost by chance, the British adventurer James Brooke is appointed rajah by the Sultan of Brunei, and as an independent ruler he embarks on a personal crusade to eradicate piracy, slavery and headhunting, while trying to curb the malevolent expansionist ambitions of the British Empire.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Edge of the World is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- Michael HaussmanDirector
- Jonathan Rhys MeyersSir James Brooke
- Josie HoMadame Lim
- Dominic MonaghanCrookshank
- Hannah NewElizabeth Crookshank
- Ralph InesonSir Edward Beech
- Bront PalaraePengiran Indera Mahkota
- Atiqah HasiholanPrincess Fatima
- Shaheizy SamSubu
- Otto FarrantCharley
- Rahim RazaliSultan of Brunei
- Yusuf MahardikaTujang
- Samo RafaelPrince Badruddin
Details
- Released
- 27 August 2021
- Country
- China, Malaysia, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Jacqueline Feather, Rob Allyn
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Edge of the World: quick answers
Is Edge of the World worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.3/10 from 91 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Edge of the World?
Edge of the World runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Does Edge of the World have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Edge of the World. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Edge of the World parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Edge of the World is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Edge of the World on?
Edge of the World is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Edge of the World?
If you liked Edge of the World, try End of the Spear, The Wind and the Lion, Moonfleet.
Who directed Edge of the World?
Edge of the World (2021) was directed by Michael Haussman and stars Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Josie Ho, Dominic Monaghan.