Megalopolis
“If you can't see a better future, build one.”
Synopsis
In a futuristic New York known as New Rome, visionary architect Cesar Catilina dreams of building "Megalopolis," a utopian city that redefines society’s limits. Opposing him is the corrupt Mayor Franklyn Cicero, who clings to power and profit. Between them stands Julia, the mayor’s daughter, whose love for Cesar forces her to choose between loyalty, ambition, and the fate of humanity.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official International Streaming TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-09-06
Top Cast
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Adam Driver
Cesar Catilina
Giancarlo Esposito
Mayor Cicero
Nathalie Emmanuel
Julia Cicero
Aubrey Plaza
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Shia LaBeouf
Clodio Pulcher
Jon Voight
Hamilton Crassus III
Laurence Fishburne
Fundi Romaine
Talia Shire
Constance Crassus Catilina
Jason Schwartzman
Jason Zanderz
Kathryn Hunter
Teresa Cicero
Grace VanderWaal
Vesta Sweetwater
Chloe Fineman
Clodia Pulcher
James Remar
Charles Cothope
D. B. Sweeney
Commissioner Stanley Hart
Isabelle Kusman
Claudine Pulcher
Bailey Coppola
Huey Wilkes
Madeleine Gardella
Claudette Pulcher
Balthazar Getty
Aram Kazanjian
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 46 DaysMar del Plata International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
September 27, 2024
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 12, 2024
VOD & Digital Platforms
February 5, 2025
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$120M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$14.4M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
0.12x
-$105.6M deficit
Theatrical Status
Budget Return
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Francis Ford Coppola
- Screenplay & Story
- Francis Ford Coppola
- Original Score
- Osvaldo Golijov, Grace VanderWaal
- Original Title
- Megalopolis
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Latin, Russian, Spanish
- Runtime
- 2h 18m
- Production Budget
- $120M
- Worldwide Gross
- $14.4M
- Production Studios
- American Zoetrope, Caesar Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Francis Ford Coppola
Francis Ford Coppola
Osvaldo Golijov, Grace VanderWaal
Mihai Malaimare Jr., Ron Fricke
Glen Scantlebury, Cam McLauchlin, Robert Schafer
Fred Roos, Michael Bederman, Barrie M. Osborne, Anahid Nazarian, Barry J. Hirsch
Department Leadership Roster
Beth Mickle
Production Design
Mihai Malaimare Jr.
Director of Photography
Fred Roos
Producer
Osvaldo Golijov
Original Music Composer
Glen Scantlebury
Editor
Cam McLauchlin
Editor
Francis Ford Coppola
Writer
Jason Gupton
Stunt Coordinator
Michael Bederman
Producer
Barry J. Hirsch
Producer
Grace VanderWaal
Original Music Composer
Milena Canonero
Costume Design
Robert Schafer
Editor
Bradley Rubin
Production Design
Buddy Joe Hooker
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Violence • Drug Consumption • Injury
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Megalopolis
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Megalopolis about?
In a futuristic New York known as New Rome, visionary architect Cesar Catilina dreams of building "Megalopolis," a utopian city that redefines society’s limits. Opposing him is the corrupt Mayor Franklyn Cicero, who clings to power and profit. Between them stands Julia, the mayor’s daughter, whose love for Cesar forces her to choose between loyalty, ambition, and the fate of humanity.
Who directed Megalopolis?
Megalopolis was directed by Francis Ford Coppola.
Who stars in Megalopolis?
The principal cast of Megalopolis includes Adam Driver, Giancarlo Esposito, Nathalie Emmanuel, Aubrey Plaza, Shia LaBeouf.
When was Megalopolis released and how long is it?
Megalopolis was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 2h 18m.
What was the box office and production budget of Megalopolis?
Megalopolis had a reported production budget of $120M and grossed $14.4M at the worldwide box office (0.12 return on budget, classified as a underperformed).
Who composed the musical score for Megalopolis?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Megalopolis was composed by Osvaldo Golijov, Grace VanderWaal.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Megalopolis?
Megalopolis holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); CA: 14A; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: TP; GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).