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Metropolis (1927)

“There can be no understanding between the hands and the brain unless the heart acts as mediator.”

8.1/10 · 3,191 votes 2h 28m nr DramaScience-fiction

#1 of 2 films from 1927 #127 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Fritz Lang · Written by Fritz Lang, Thea von Harbou

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Overview

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.

Cast

Gustav Fröhlichas Freder Fredersen
Brigitte Helmas Maria / The Machine Man
Alfred Abelas Johann 'Joh' Fredersen
Rudolf Klein-Roggeas C.A. Rotwang
Theodor Loosas Josaphat
Fritz Raspas The Thin Man
Erwin Biswangeras No. 11811 - Georgy
Heinrich Georgeas Grot
Fritz Albertias Creative Human - Man Who Convinces Babel (uncredited)
Grete Bergeras Working Woman (uncredited)
Olly Boeheimas Working Woman (uncredited)
Heinrich Gothoas Master of Ceremonies (uncredited)
Gottfried Huppertzas Man Playing Violin (uncredited)
Georg Johnas Working Man Who Causes Explosion of M-Machine (uncredited)

Facts

Release dateJanuary 10, 1927
Runtime148 min (2h 28m) — longer as the 1927 average of 121 min
GenresDrama, Science-fiction
LanguageDE
Budget$5,300,000
Box office$1,350,322 (0.3× budget)
IMDbtt0017136

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Questions

How long is Metropolis?
Metropolis runs 148 minutes (2h 28m).
Is Metropolis worth watching?
TMDB users give it 8.1/10 across 3,191 votes, which places it #1 of 2 films released in 1927 in this index (top 100%) and #127 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed Metropolis?
Metropolis was directed by Fritz Lang. Other well-rated titles by the same director: M (1931), The Big Heat (1953).
Who stars in Metropolis?
Gustav Fröhlich as Freder Fredersen; Brigitte Helm as Maria / The Machine Man; Alfred Abel as Johann 'Joh' Fredersen; Rudolf Klein-Rogge as C.A. Rotwang; Theodor Loos as Josaphat; Fritz Rasp as The Thin Man.
What is Metropolis rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Metropolis?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/30283.

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