The City of Lost Children movie poster

The City of Lost Children

"Where happily ever after is just a dream."

May 17, 1995 1h 52m 7.2/10 (1,177 votes)

Originally released in 1995. The City of Lost Children is a fantasy/science fiction film. directed by Marc Caro.

Starring Ron Perlman, Dominique Pinon, and Judith Vittet

Synopsis

A scientist in a surrealist society kidnaps children to steal their dreams, hoping that they slow his aging process.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 17, 1995 30 years ago
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Runtime 1h 52m 112 minutes total
User Rating 7.2/10 Great (1,177 votes)
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Budget $18M Production budget
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Box Office $1.7M 0.1x return
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Language French Original language
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Country France + 3 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR
Budget
$18,000,000
Revenue
$1,738,611

Production Companies

  • Constellation
  • Lumière Pictures
  • Le Studio Canal+
  • France 3 Cinéma
  • Elías Querejeta PC
  • Tele München

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The City of Lost Children about?

A scientist in a surrealist society kidnaps children to steal their dreams, hoping that they slow his aging process.

Who directed The City of Lost Children?

The City of Lost Children was directed by Marc Caro.

How long is The City of Lost Children?

The City of Lost Children has a runtime of 1 hours and 52 minutes (112 minutes total).

When was The City of Lost Children released?

The City of Lost Children was released on May 17, 1995 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The City of Lost Children?

The main cast of The City of Lost Children includes Ron Perlman, Dominique Pinon, Judith Vittet, Daniel Emilfork, Jean-Claude Dreyfus.

Is The City of Lost Children worth watching?

The City of Lost Children has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 1,177 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.