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Metropolis

8.119272h 28mPGMovieDramaScience Fiction

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.

DirectorFritz Lang
WritersFritz Lang·Thea von Harbou
ProducerErich Pommer

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Cast · Directed by Fritz Lang

GFGustav Fröhlich
Gustav Fröhlich
Freder Fredersen
BHBrigitte Helm
Brigitte Helm
Maria / The Machine Man
AAAlfred Abel
Alfred Abel
Johann 'Joh' Fredersen
RKRudolf Klein-Rogge
Rudolf Klein-Rogge
C.A. Rotwang
TLTheodor Loos
Theodor Loos
Josaphat
FRFritz Rasp
Fritz Rasp
The Thin Man
EB
Erwin Biswanger
No. 11811 - Georgy
HGHeinrich George
Heinrich George
Grot
FAFritz Alberti
Fritz Alberti
Creative Human - Man Who Convinces Babel (uncredited)
GB
Grete Berger
Working Woman (uncredited)
OB
Olly Boeheim
Working Woman (uncredited)
HGHeinrich Gotho
Heinrich Gotho
Master of Ceremonies (uncredited)

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Metropolis — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Metropolis?

Metropolis is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, BFI Player and Artiflix in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Metropolis on Netflix?

No, Metropolis is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and BFI Player.

Is Metropolis on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Metropolis is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom as of October 2026.

Where can I watch Metropolis for free?

Metropolis is available to stream free (with ads) on YouTube Free in United Kingdom.