City of Angels (1998) movie poster

City of Angels (1998)

"She didn't believe in angels until she fell in love with one."
ThumbScore
👍 76%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 56% (RT: 58%, MC: 54) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
RomanceDramaFantasy

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Director
Runtime
1h 54m
Country
Germany, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.8/10 (2,311 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
58%
Metacritic
54
Cast
Nicolas Cage as Seth
Meg Ryan as Maggie Rice
Andre Braugher as Cassiel
Dennis Franz as Nathaniel Messinger
Colm Feore as Jordan
Joanna Merlin as Teresa Messinger
Sarah Dampf as Susan
Most people think so. 76% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 2,311 votes. Critics gave it 56%.
Overview
When a guardian angel – who invisibly watches over the citizens of Los Angeles – becomes captivated by a strong-willed heart surgeon, he ponders trading in his pure, otherworldly existence for a mortal life with his beloved. The couple embarks on a tender but forbidden romance spanning heaven and Earth. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for City of Angels was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated romance films of 1998 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

City of Angels is a 1998 romance, drama, fantasy film directed by Brad Silberling. When a guardian angel – who invisibly watches over the citizens of Los Angeles – becomes captivated by a strong-willed heart surgeon, he ponders trading in his pure, otherworldly existence for a mortal life with his beloved. The couple embarks on a tender but forbidden romance spanning heaven and Earth.

The film has been rated by 2,311 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a romance film, City of Angels delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

City of Angels (1998) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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