Koyaanisqatsi
1983, English. Directed by Godfrey Reggio.
Life out of balance
Takes us to locations all around the US and shows us the heavy toll that modern technology is having on humans and the earth. The visual tone poem contains neither dialogue nor a vocalized narration: its tone is set by the juxtaposition of images and the exceptional music by Philip Glass.
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Koyaanisqatsi is streaming on MGM Plus in India.
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Cast & crew
- Godfrey ReggioDirector
- Ed AsnerSelf (archive footage)
- Pat BenatarSelf
- Johnny CarsonSelf (archive footage)
- Dick CavettSelf (archive footage)
- Marilyn ChambersSelf (archive footage)
- Sammy Davis Jr.Self (archive footage)
- Lou DobbsSelf (archive footage)
- Linda EllerbeeSelf (archive footage)
- Peter SellersSelf (archive footage)
- Thomas DolbySelf (archive footage)
Details
- Released
- 27 April 1983
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ron Fricke, Michael Hoenig, Godfrey Reggio
- Budget
- $600K
- Box office
- $3.2M
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Koyaanisqatsi: quick answers
What comes after Koyaanisqatsi?
Next in the series: Powaqqatsi (1988) and Naqoyqatsi (2002).
Is Koyaanisqatsi worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 7.9/10 from 813 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Koyaanisqatsi?
Koyaanisqatsi runs 86 minutes (1h 26m).
Does Koyaanisqatsi have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Koyaanisqatsi. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Koyaanisqatsi parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Koyaanisqatsi is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Koyaanisqatsi on?
Koyaanisqatsi is streaming on MGM Plus in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Koyaanisqatsi?
If you liked Koyaanisqatsi, try Katy Perry: Part of Me, Justin Bieber's Believe, Oasis: Don't Look Back in Anger.
Who directed Koyaanisqatsi?
Koyaanisqatsi (1983) was directed by Godfrey Reggio and stars Ed Asner, Pat Benatar, Johnny Carson.