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Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets (2017)
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In the 28th century, Valerian and Laureline are special operatives charged with keeping order throughout the human territories. On assignment from the Minister of Defense, the two undertake a mission to Alpha, an ever-expanding metropolis where species from across the universe have converged over centuries to share knowledge, intelligence, and cultures. At the center of Alpha is a mysterious dark force which threatens the peaceful existence of the City of a Thousand Planets, and Valerian and Laureline must race to identify the menace and safeguard not just Alpha, but the future of the universe.
Cast
Dane DeHaanas Valerian
Cara Delevingneas Laureline
Clive Owenas Commander Arün Filitt
Rihannaas Bubble
Ethan Hawkeas Jolly the Pimp
Herbie Hancockas Defence Minister
Kris Wuas Sergeant Neza
Rutger Haueras President of the World State Federation
John Goodmanas Igon Siruss (voice)
Elizabeth Debickias Emperor Haban-Limaï (voice)
Sam Spruellas General Okto Bar
Ola Rapaceas Major Gibson
Alain Chabatas Bob the Pirate
Thom Findlayas Pirates (voice)
Facts
| Release date | July 19, 2017 |
| Runtime | 137 min (2h 17m) — longer as the 2017 average of 107 min |
| Genres | Action, Adventure, Science-fiction |
| Language | EN |
| Budget | $177,200,000 |
| Box office | $225,973,340 (1.3× budget) |
| IMDb | tt2239822 |
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Questions
How long is Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets?
Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets runs 137 minutes (2h 17m).
Is Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.7/10 across 8,241 votes, which places it #142 of 319 films released in 2017 in this index (top 56%) and #959 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets?
Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets was directed by Luc Besson. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Léon: The Professional (1994), Dogman (2023), The Fifth Element (1997).
Who stars in Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets?
Dane DeHaan as Valerian; Cara Delevingne as Laureline; Clive Owen as Commander Arün Filitt; Rihanna as Bubble; Ethan Hawke as Jolly the Pimp; Herbie Hancock as Defence Minister.
What is Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/48297.