Metropolitan
1990, English. Directed by Whit Stillman.
Finally... A film about the downwardly mobile.
A radical student is adopted by a group of young New Yorkers, serves as a catalyst to alter his and their lives. Gathering in a Manhattan apartment, the group of friends meet to discuss social mobility, Fourier's socialism and play bridge in their cocoon of upper-class society - until they are joined by a man with a critical view of their way of life.
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Worth the Hype
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7.0/10 from 195 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Metropolitan
Metropolitan is streaming on HBO Max in India.
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Cast & crew
- Whit StillmanDirector
- Edward ClementsTom Townsend
- Chris EigemanNick Smith
- Taylor NicholsCharlie Black
- Carolyn FarinaAudrey Rouget
- Isabel GilliesCynthia McLean
- Dylan HundleySally Fowler
- Allison ParisiJane Clarke
- Bryan LederFred Neff
- Will KempeRick Von Sloneker
- Ellia ThompsonSerena Slocum
- Stephen UysVictor Lemley
- Roger W. KirbyMan at Bar
Details
- Released
- 3 August 1990
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Whit Stillman
- Budget
- $225K
- Box office
- $2.9M
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Metropolitan: quick answers
Is Metropolitan worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 195 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Metropolitan?
Metropolitan runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Does Metropolitan have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Metropolitan. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Metropolitan parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Metropolitan is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Metropolitan on?
Metropolitan is streaming on HBO Max in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Metropolitan?
If you liked Metropolitan, try Hello, My Name Is Doris, Carnal Knowledge, St. Elmo's Fire.
Who directed Metropolitan?
Metropolitan (1990) was directed by Whit Stillman and stars Edward Clements, Chris Eigeman, Taylor Nichols.