Metropolis Review (1927) — 91% Celluloid Score
Directed by Fritz Lang · 1927 ·
Is Metropolis worth watching?
Yes. Metropolis (1927) earns a 91% Celluloid Score. That makes it a Celluloid Pick, our highest tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as Metrópolis メトロポリス 메트로폴리스 大都会 大都會 เมโทรโพลิส เมืองล่าหุ่นยนต์
UFA Where to watch
- fuboTV
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home
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Where to watch Metropolis by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| Turkey | MUBI |
| United Kingdom | Prime Video, BFI Player |
| United States | fuboTV |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (97/100).
- Audiences widely enjoyed it (92%).
- Metascore signals universal acclaim (98/100).
- Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.3/5).
- IMDb users score it 8.3/10.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded sci-fi, drama pick
- Epic-length viewers who want a big-screen experience
Not ideal for
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Is Metropolis worth watching?
Yes — Metropolis earns a 91% Celluloid Score. That makes it a Celluloid Pick, our highest tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded sci-fi, drama pick. Read our full review (4.5/5).
Celluloid verdict
Lang's expressionist landmark invented cinematic science fiction and still towers over the genre.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Metropolis about?
In a stratified future city, the son of a master builder discovers the suffering of workers below and a prophet who may ignite revolution.
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Critic Reviews
Metropolis (1927) Review: The City That Built Sci-Fi
★★★★½
Metropolis is Fritz Lang's 1927 silent epic of a future city split between rulers and workers, a visionary landmark whose images still shape science fiction.
Yes. It is one of the most influential films ever made and a staggering visual experience, essential for anyone interested in science fiction or film history.
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Metropolis: frequently asked questions
Is Metropolis worth watching?
Yes. Metropolis (1927) has a Celluloid Score of 91%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That is a Celluloid Pick, our highest tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch Metropolis?
In the United States, Metropolis streams on fuboTV with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home. Elsewhere: MUBI in Turkey; Prime Video, BFI Player in the United Kingdom. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Metropolis?
Metropolis runs 2 hours 33 minutes (153 minutes).
What is Metropolis rated?
Metropolis is rated NR in the United States, PG in the UK and G in Australia. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Metropolis?
Metropolis is directed by Fritz Lang and stars Brigitte Helm, Alfred Abel, Gustav Fröhlich.
What is the Metascore for Metropolis?
Metacritic's Metascore for Metropolis is 98 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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