Metropolis
1927, German. Directed by Fritz Lang.
There can be no understanding between the hands and the brain unless the heart acts as mediator.
In a futuristic city sharply divided between the rich and the poor, the son of the city's mastermind meets a prophet who predicts the coming of a savior to mediate their differences.
- Runtime
- 2h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- German
- Rated
- NR
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Brew
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- Fritz LangDirector
- Gustav FröhlichFreder Fredersen
- Brigitte HelmMaria / The Machine Man
- Alfred AbelJohann 'Joh' Fredersen
- Rudolf Klein-RoggeC.A. Rotwang
- Theodor LoosJosaphat
- Fritz RaspThe Thin Man
- Erwin BiswangerNo. 11811 - Georgy
- Heinrich GeorgeGrot
- Fritz AlbertiCreative Human - Man Who Convinces Babel (uncredited)
- Grete BergerWorking Woman (uncredited)
- Olly BoeheimWorking Woman (uncredited)
- Heinrich GothoMaster of Ceremonies (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 10 January 1927
- Country
- Germany
- Written by
- Fritz Lang, Thea von Harbou
- Budget
- $5.3M
- Box office
- $1.4M
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Metropolis: quick answers
Is Metropolis worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.1/10 from 3,245 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Metropolis?
Metropolis runs 148 minutes (2h 28m).
Does Metropolis have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Metropolis. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Metropolis suitable for kids?
Metropolis is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Where can I watch Metropolis?
Metropolis is streaming on Artiflix, Brew.
What movies are like Metropolis?
If you liked Metropolis, try 1984, Brave New World, THX 1138.
Who directed Metropolis?
Metropolis (1927) was directed by Fritz Lang and stars Gustav Fröhlich, Brigitte Helm, Alfred Abel.