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Cosmopolis

Directed by David Cronenberg · 2012 ·

Short answer

Is Cosmopolis worth watching?

Probably not. Cosmopolis (2012) earns a 53% Celluloid Score. That is below our 60% Recommended threshold. Critics (46%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (32%). See the 4 inputs.

53%
Celluloid Score Not Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

46% Editorial Rating
32% Audience snapshot · excluded
58 Metascore
★★½☆☆ Letterboxd 2.9
5 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
1h 49m
Age rating
R (US) · 15 (UK) · MA15+ (Australia) · R (Canada) · 18 (South Korea)
Cast
Robert Pattinson , Juliette Binoche , Sarah Gadon , Mathieu Amalric , Jay Baruchel , Kevin Durand , K'naan , Emily Hampshire , Samantha Morton , Paul Giamatti
Country
Canada
Language
English

Also known as Cosmópolis コズモポリス 코스모폴리스 大都会 夢遊大都會 เทพบุตรสยบเมืองคลั่ง Tỷ Phú Gặp Nạn

Where to watch

Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists BFI Player in the United Kingdom. Check local listings for your region.

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Where to watch Cosmopolis by country

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Japan Hulu, U-NEXT
United Kingdom BFI Player

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Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is reserved (46/100).
  • Audience reception was lukewarm (32%).
  • Celluloid Score 53% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Short runtime — easy weeknight watch
  • Critics' darlings — stronger with reviewers than general viewers

Not ideal for

  • Anyone needing a safe, highly rated pick

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Is Cosmopolis worth watching?

Probably not — Cosmopolis earns a 53% Celluloid Score. That is below our 60% Recommended threshold. It suits short runtime — easy weeknight watch, but anyone needing a safe, highly rated pick may want to skip it.

Celluloid verdict

Cronenberg’s limo-bound capitalism fever dream — Pattinson’s blank billionaire is pure late-period art-star casting.

, Founder & Editor

Critics (46%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (32%).

What is Cosmopolis about?

Riding across Manhattan in a stretch limo during a riot in order to get a haircut, a self-made 28-year-old billionaire asset manager's life begins to crumble.

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Cosmopolis: frequently asked questions

Is Cosmopolis worth watching?

Probably not. Cosmopolis (2012) has a Celluloid Score of 53%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That is below our 60% Recommended threshold. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

Where can I watch Cosmopolis?

In the United States you can rent it from Amazon Video, Fandango at Home or buy it from Amazon Video, Fandango at Home. Elsewhere: Hulu, U-NEXT in Japan; BFI Player in the United Kingdom. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

How long is Cosmopolis?

Cosmopolis runs 1 hour 49 minutes (109 minutes).

What is Cosmopolis rated?

Cosmopolis is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, MA15+ in Australia, R in Canada and 18 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

Who stars in Cosmopolis?

Cosmopolis is directed by David Cronenberg and stars Robert Pattinson, Juliette Binoche, Sarah Gadon, Mathieu Amalric, Jay Baruchel.

What is the Metascore for Cosmopolis?

Metacritic's Metascore for Cosmopolis is 58 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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