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City of Angels (1998)

“She didn't believe in angels until she fell in love with one.”

6.8/10 · 2,460 votes 1h 54m pg-13 FantasyRomanceDrama

#60 of 123 films from 1998 #513 of 1079 in fantasy

Directed by Brad Silberling · Written by Dana Stevens, Peter Handke

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Overview

When a guardian angel – who invisibly watches over the citizens of Los Angeles – becomes captivated by a strong-willed heart surgeon, he ponders trading in his pure, otherworldly existence for a mortal life with his beloved. The couple embarks on a tender but forbidden romance spanning heaven and Earth.

Cast

Nicolas Cageas Seth
Meg Ryanas Maggie
Andre Braugheras Cassiel
Dennis Franzas Messinger
Colm Feoreas Jordan
Robin Bartlettas Anne
Joanna Merlinas Teresa
Sarah Dampfas Susan
Rhonda Dotsonas Susan's Mother
Nigel Gibbsas Doctor
John Putchas Man in Car
Lauri Johnsonas Woman in Car
Christian Aubertas Foreign Visitor in Car
Jay Pattersonas Air Traffic Controller

Facts

Release dateApril 10, 1998
Runtime114 min (1h 54m) — about the same as the 1998 average of 109 min
GenresFantasy, Romance, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$55,000,000
Box office$198,685,114 (3.6× budget)
IMDbtt0120632

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Questions

How long is City of Angels?
City of Angels runs 114 minutes (1h 54m).
Is City of Angels worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.8/10 across 2,460 votes, which places it #60 of 123 films released in 1998 in this index (top 52%) and #513 among 1079 fantasy titles.
Who directed City of Angels?
City of Angels was directed by Brad Silberling. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events (2004), Casper (1995), Land of the Lost (2009).
Who stars in City of Angels?
Nicolas Cage as Seth; Meg Ryan as Maggie; Andre Braugher as Cassiel; Dennis Franz as Messinger; Colm Feore as Jordan; Robin Bartlett as Anne.
What is City of Angels rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for City of Angels?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/24759.

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