Metropolis (2001) movie poster

Metropolis (2001)

メトロポリス
"Every epoch dreams its successor."
ThumbScore
👍 77%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 81% (RT: 87%, MC: 75) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
AnimationScience Fiction

Where to Watch

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Director
Rintaro
Runtime
1h 47m
Country
Japan
Language
Japanese
TMDB Rating
7.1/10 (547 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
87%
Metacritic
75
Cast
Yuka Imoto as Tima (voice)
Kohki Okada as Rock (voice)
Kosei Tomita as Shunsaku Ban (voice)
Kei Kobayashi as Kenichi (voice)
Rikako Aikawa as Fifi (voice)
Masashi Ebara as Ham and Egg (voice)
Shigeru Chiba as Lamp (voice)
Taro Ishida as Duke Red (voice)
Most people think so. 77% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 547 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 81%.
Overview
In the midst of societal conflict in the futuristic city of Metropolis, Kenichi and his uncle Shunsaku Ban set out to uncover the mystery behind the first human-like robot, Tima. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • During production of Metropolis, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • Rintaro cited several classic animation films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • The iconic poster for Metropolis was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

Metropolis is a 2001 animation, science fiction film directed by Rintaro. In the midst of societal conflict in the futuristic city of Metropolis, Kenichi and his uncle Shunsaku Ban set out to uncover the mystery behind the first human-like robot, Tima. The film has been rated by 547 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a animation film, Metropolis 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. Metropolis (2001) 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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