Metropolis

Name: Metropolis
Director: Fritz Lang
Genre: Drama, Science Fiction
Released: 1927-01-10
Duration: 148 min
Rating: 8.1
Cast: Gustav Fröhlich, Brigitte Helm, Alfred Abel, Rudolf Klein-Rogge, Theodor Loos

Year: 1927
Country: DE
Language: de
Genre: Drama, Science Fiction
Runtime: 148 min
Rating: 8.1/10
Director: Fritz Lang

Plot 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.

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Director

Fritz Lang

Cast & Key Characters

Gustav FröhlichFreder Fredersen

Brigitte HelmMaria / The Machine Man

Alfred AbelJohann 'Joh' Fredersen

Rudolf Klein-RoggeC.A. Rotwang

Theodor LoosJosaphat

Fritz RaspThe Thin Man EBErwin BiswangerNo. 11811 - Georgy

Heinrich GeorgeGrot

Fritz AlbertiCreative Human - Man Who Convinces Babel (uncredited)GBGrete BergerWorking Woman (uncredited)OBOlly BoeheimWorking Woman (uncredited)

Heinrich GothoMaster of Ceremonies (uncredited)

Writers

Thea von Harbou

Production

UFA

Critical Reception & Ratings

Metropolis is rated 8.1 out of 10 by viewers — 3,236 votes.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is Metropolis about?

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.

Who stars in Metropolis?

Gustav Fröhlich, Brigitte Helm, Alfred Abel, Rudolf Klein-Rogge, Theodor Loos, Fritz Rasp.

Who is the director of Metropolis?

Fritz Lang.

When was Metropolis released?

1927.

Where can I watch Metropolis?

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