City of God
Directed by Fernando Meirelles · 2002 ·
Is City of God worth watching?
Yes. City of God (2002) earns an 86% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as Cidade de Deus Ciudad de Dios La Cité de Dieu シティ・オブ・ゴッド 시티 오브 갓 上帝之城 無法無天 Tanrı Kent
Miramax Where to watch
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Where to watch City of God by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| Pakistan | ZEE5 |
| United States | Paramount+ |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (90/100).
- Audiences widely enjoyed it (94%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (79/100).
- Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.5/5).
- IMDb users score it 8.6/10.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded crime, drama pick
Not ideal for
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Is City of God worth watching?
Yes — City of God earns an 86% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded crime, drama pick. Read our full review (5/5).
Celluloid verdict
Meirelles' kinetic crime saga announced Brazil as a force in global cinema with raw energy and style.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is City of God about?
Two boys grow up in a Rio favela where photography and violence offer the only paths out of poverty amid escalating drug wars.
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Critic Reviews
City of God (2002) Review: A Favela Epic at Full Throttle
★★★★★
City of God is Fernando Meirelles's explosive crime saga about boys growing up amid Rio's favela drug wars, and it remains one of the great films of its century.
Yes. It is a dazzling, devastating crime epic and essential viewing for adults who can handle intense violence, including violence involving children.
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City of God: frequently asked questions
Is City of God worth watching?
Yes. City of God (2002) has a Celluloid Score of 86%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch City of God?
In the United States, City of God streams on Paramount+ with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: ZEE5 in Pakistan. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is City of God?
City of God runs 2 hours 10 minutes (130 minutes).
What is City of God rated?
City of God is rated R in the United States, 18 in the UK, A in India, R 18+ in Australia and 18A in Canada. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in City of God?
City of God is directed by Fernando Meirelles and stars Alexandre Rodrigues, Leandro Firmino, Phellipe Haagensen.
What is the Metascore for City of God?
Metacritic's Metascore for City of God is 79 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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