Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets (2017)
Two operatives race to save a shimmering, intergalactic city from a dark, encroaching mystery.
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.
How intense is Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets?
Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch and a late-night trip. Rated PG-13.
What Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets feels like
- Tone
- epicwhimsicalpulpyatmospheric
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets
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Is Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets scary?
No. Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets?
Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets runs 2h 17m.
Where can I stream Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets?
Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets is streaming on Hulu and Max.
Does Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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