Dark Metropolis (2010): cast, story & where to watch

2010 · Film · ★ 1.5

Dark Metropolis poster

Released in 2010, Dark Metropolis is a science fiction film directed by Stewart St. John, running about 86 minutes. “The battle for earth begins.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Mankind has lost a 300-year war against a genetically enhanced race that man created, abused, and tortured. The descendants of that race, called the 'Ghen', control planet Earth. An entire new universe has risen inside the remnants of our world. Humans work the surface as factory slaves in the New World Order, with pockets of resistance carrying on the freedom fight. As rising Ghen politician Crecilius Pryme takes power he urges his people to annihilate the remaining human population unleashing a shocking secret that will change the world forever.

Who’s in it. Dark Metropolis stars Bailey Chase as Aiden Pryme, Eric Scott Woods as Crecilius Pryme, Ron Perlman and Arthur Roberts as Potentate XXXIV, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 1.5/10, Dark Metropolis has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dark Metropolis page.

If you liked it. Fans of Dark Metropolis tend to enjoy Inception, Interstellar, The Empire Strikes Back and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Dark Metropolis (2010)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dark Metropolis change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Dark Metropolis worth watching?
Dark Metropolis holds an audience score of 1.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Dark Metropolis?
Dark Metropolis stars Bailey Chase, Eric Scott Woods, Ron Perlman, Arthur Roberts and Mercedes LeAnza.
When was Dark Metropolis released?
Dark Metropolis was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.