Metropolis (1927)
A bleak, surreal, and epic drama unfolds in a futuristic city sharply divided by class.
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.
How intense is Metropolis?
Metropolis is mildly scary, with no gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a late-night trip.
What Metropolis feels like
- Tone
- epicbleaksurrealatmospheric
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream Metropolis
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 14, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Metropolis for you?
Is Metropolis scary?
Only a little. Metropolis has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Metropolis gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Metropolis sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
How long is Metropolis?
Metropolis runs 2h 28m.
Where can I stream Metropolis?
Metropolis is streaming on Kanopy, The Roku Channel, Pluto TV and Tubi.
Does Metropolis have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
Cast and crew
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