The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones
2013, English. Directed by Harald Zwart.
There is a world hidden within our own.
In New York City, Clary Fray, a seemingly ordinary teenager, learns that she is descended from a line of Shadowhunters — half-angel warriors who protect humanity from evil forces. After her mother disappears, Clary joins forces with a group of Shadowhunters and enters Downworld, an alternate realm filled with demons, vampires, and a host of other creatures. Clary and her companions must find and protect an ancient cup that holds the key to her mother's future.
- Runtime
- 2h 10m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 4,733 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones is streaming on Netflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Harald ZwartDirector
- Lily CollinsClary Fray
- Jamie Campbell BowerJace Wayland
- Robert SheehanSimon Lewis
- Kevin ZegersAlec Lightwood
- Jemima WestIsabelle Lightwood
- Lena HeadeyJocelyn Fray
- Aidan TurnerLuke Garroway
- Jared HarrisHodge Starkweather
- Jonathan Rhys MeyersValentine
- Kevin DurandPangborn
- Harry Van GorkumAlaric
- Godfrey GaoMagnus Bane
Details
- Released
- 21 August 2013
- Country
- Canada, Germany, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Jessica Postigo, I. Marlene King
- Budget
- $60M
- Box office
- $95M
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What The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones is based on
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones is based on City of Bones, a 2007 novel by Cassandra Clare, published by Simon & Schuster.
Novel · 2007
City of Bones
By Cassandra Clare
Published by Simon & Schuster
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The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones: quick answers
Is The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 4,733 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones?
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones runs 130 minutes (2h 10m).
Does The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones on?
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones?
If you liked The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones, try Batman: The Doom That Came to Gotham, Cirque du Freak: The Vampire's Assistant, The Forbidden Kingdom.
Who directed The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones?
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (2013) was directed by Harald Zwart and stars Lily Collins, Jamie Campbell Bower, Robert Sheehan.
What is The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones based on?
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones is based on City of Bones, a 2007 novel by Cassandra Clare, published by Simon & Schuster.