City of Ghosts
2017, English. Directed by Matthew Heineman.
Our words are stronger than their weapons.
With unprecedented access, this documentary follows the extraordinary journey of “Raqqa is Being Slaughtered Silently”—a group of anonymous citizen journalists who banded together after their homeland was overtaken by ISIS—as they risk their lives to stand up against one of the greatest evils in the world today.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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7.2/10 from 96 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch City of Ghosts
City of Ghosts is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 14 July 2017
- Country
- United States of America
- Box office
- $128K
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City of Ghosts: quick answers
Is City of Ghosts worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 96 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is City of Ghosts?
City of Ghosts runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does City of Ghosts have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for City of Ghosts. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
City of Ghosts parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
City of Ghosts is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is City of Ghosts on?
City of Ghosts is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like City of Ghosts?
If you liked City of Ghosts, try For Sama, Last Men in Aleppo, Armadillo.
Who directed City of Ghosts?
City of Ghosts (2017) was directed by Matthew Heineman and stars Abu Bakr Al-Baghdadi, Hamoud, Hassan.