Empire City
1985, English. Directed by Michael Blackwood.
The City That Never Sleeps
A film essay contrasting the modern metropolis with its "golden age" from 1830-1930, with the participation of some of New York's leading political and cultural figures. Made at a time when the city was experiencing unprecedented real estate development on the one hand and unforeseen displacement of population and deterioration on the other. Empire City is the story of two New Yorks. The film explores the precarious coexistence of the service-based midtown Manhattan corporate headquarters with the peripheral New York of undereducated minorities living in increasing alienation.
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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Empire City is streaming on Eternal Family in India.
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- Released
- 1 July 1985
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Frances Fitzgerald
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How long is Empire City?
Empire City runs 89 minutes (1h 29m).
Does Empire City have a post-credits scene?
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Empire City parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Empire City is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Empire City on?
Empire City is streaming on Eternal Family in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Empire City?
If you liked Empire City, try 9/11: Inside the President's War Room, Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound, The Untold History Of The United States.
Who directed Empire City?
Empire City (1985) was directed by Michael Blackwood and stars Donald Trump, Ed Koch, Jane Jacobs.