Metropolis (1927)
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Histoire(s) du cinéma: La monnaie de l'absolu (1999)
(TV Episode)
Histoire(s) du cinéma: Le contrôle de l'univers (1999)
(TV Episode)
Bride of Monster Mania (2000)
(TV Movie)
Fritz Lang: Circle of Destiny (2004)
(TV Movie)
Ombres vives ...une autre histoire du cinema... (2013)
clip is shown
clip is shown
Spin-off
Queen: Radio Ga Ga (1984)
(Video)
Some scenes (other than those taken from the film, obviously) seem to take place in Metropolis, or even during the events of the film.
Some scenes (other than those taken from the film, obviously) seem to take place in Metropolis, or even during the events of the film.
References
Cabiria (1914)
Referenced in
Spies (1928)
A poster for Metropolis can be seen when # 326 follows Sonia to Jellusic's house.
A poster for Metropolis can be seen when # 326 follows Sonia to Jellusic's house.
Frankenstein (1931)
The Bride of Frankenstein (1935)
Modern Times (1936)
factory design, boss main machinist TV link...
factory design, boss main machinist TV link...
Fury (1936)
Citizen Kane (1941)
It is referenced.
It is referenced.
Meshes of the Afternoon (1943)
(Short)
Scarlet Street (1945)
The "self-portrait" of Kitty March very closely resembles the scene of the robot Maria being brought to life.
The "self-portrait" of Kitty March very closely resembles the scene of the robot Maria being brought to life.
Warning from Space (1956)
One of the aliens disguises itself as an Earth woman, in a scene reminiscent of the transformation of the mechanical woman into Maria.
One of the aliens disguises itself as an Earth woman, in a scene reminiscent of the transformation of the mechanical woman into Maria.
Spartacus (1960)
Gladiators climb the bars of the school, until they are forced and made to fall, like the workers of the underground city during their rebellion.
Gladiators climb the bars of the school, until they are forced and made to fall, like the workers of the underground city during their rebellion.
2001: A Space Odyssey (1968)
Star Trek: The Original Series: The Cloud Minders (1969)
(TV Episode)
The Cloud Minders appears to be based on Metropolis.
The Cloud Minders appears to be based on Metropolis.
Beneath the Planet of the Apes (1970)
close-up of someone's hand on a factory button, painstakingly recreated
close-up of someone's hand on a factory button, painstakingly recreated
THX 1138 (1971)
The Devils (1971)
The anachronistic and futuristic design of the sets.
The anachronistic and futuristic design of the sets.
The Stepford Wives (1975)
Fritz Lang Interviewed by William Friedkin (1975)
Fritz Lang mentions the film
Fritz Lang mentions the film
Alice or The Last Escapade (1977)
The pathways in the garden, and the road in the dark wood, form a labyrinth like the corridors in the earlier film.
The pathways in the garden, and the road in the dark wood, form a labyrinth like the corridors in the earlier film.
Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977)
C3P0 is modeled on the robot
C3P0 is modeled on the robot
Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977)
The India sequence features a close shot of hands pointing at the sky, which closely echoes a shot in the 'Babel' sequence of Metropolis.
The India sequence features a close shot of hands pointing at the sky, which closely echoes a shot in the 'Babel' sequence of Metropolis.
Hair (1979)
The dance sequence in the church, for a few seconds, perfectly imitates key dance moves from the famous Man-Machine dance from Metropolis. The dancer in the church is actually the choreaographer of the entire movie, who included the imitation as an homage.
The dance sequence in the church, for a few seconds, perfectly imitates key dance moves from the famous Man-Machine dance from Metropolis. The dancer in the church is actually the choreaographer of the entire movie, who included the imitation as an homage.
The Humanoid (1979)
The name of the planet was Metropolis which was the same name of Fritz Lang's classic silent sci-fi film.
The name of the planet was Metropolis which was the same name of Fritz Lang's classic silent sci-fi film.
The King and the Mockingbird (1980)
The city, with its dark, industrial underbelly.
The city, with its dark, industrial underbelly.
Pink Floyd: The Wall (1982)
Blade Runner (1982)
numerous references
numerous references
Remington Steele: Steele's Gold (1983)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned in Dialogue.
Mentioned in Dialogue.
Risky Business (1983)
a clock runs backwards: while Freder is working in the machine-room, and while Joel is waiting for class to end
a clock runs backwards: while Freder is working in the machine-room, and while Joel is waiting for class to end
Daicon IV Opening Animation (1983)
(Short)
The Metropolis robot appears.
The Metropolis robot appears.
Ghostbusters (1984)
The scene in which the Art Deco temple emits plasma / lightning (when the portal doors are opened) bears more than a passing resemblance to the destruction of the "Heart Machine" scene (in Metropolis).
The scene in which the Art Deco temple emits plasma / lightning (when the portal doors are opened) bears more than a passing resemblance to the destruction of the "Heart Machine" scene (in Metropolis).
The Transformers: The Ultimate Doom: Brainwash (1) (1984)
(TV Episode)
Dr Arkeville was modelled after Rotwang.
Dr Arkeville was modelled after Rotwang.
The Fading Image (1984)
(Short)
documentary about the 80's version
documentary about the 80's version
Brazil (1985)
Many themes of the city are borrowed from Metropolis.
Many themes of the city are borrowed from Metropolis.
Perras callejeras (1985)
The film is mentioned in a conversation
The film is mentioned in a conversation
Urusei Yatsura: I Want a Bride! The Fox's Love Adventure! (1985)
(TV Episode)
One of the students is dress up as Maria from this movie.
One of the students is dress up as Maria from this movie.
Demons (1985)
poster in the cinema (version of 1984)
poster in the cinema (version of 1984)
The Transformers: Megatron's Master Plan: Part 2 (1985)
(TV Episode)
The Decepticons' human slave-driven power plant is very like (and probably inspired by) the "M-Machine" of "Metropolis".
The Decepticons' human slave-driven power plant is very like (and probably inspired by) the "M-Machine" of "Metropolis".
Ewoks: The Three Lessons (1985)
(TV Episode)
When Ogray explains how the Heart connects the Brain and the hands just like the allegory in Metropolis.
When Ogray explains how the Heart connects the Brain and the hands just like the allegory in Metropolis.
Paradise Postponed: The Temptation of Henry Simcox (1986)
(TV Episode)
A poster is seen at Henry's.
A poster is seen at Henry's.
Jumpin' Jack Flash (1986)
At the beginning of the film a poster of the 1984 re-release can be seen.
At the beginning of the film a poster of the 1984 re-release can be seen.
RoboCop (1987)
Cited by director Paul Verhoeven as influence.
Cited by director Paul Verhoeven as influence.
I Love Maria (1988)
The appearance of the robot is very close to the robot of Metropolis. And he has the same name: Maria.
The appearance of the robot is very close to the robot of Metropolis. And he has the same name: Maria.
Remote Control (1988)
Video case is shown in a video store.
Video case is shown in a video store.
Livsfarlig film (1988)
Poster on a wall
Poster on a wall
Akira (1988)
Tetsuo creates a replacement mechanical right arm for himself, like Rotwang in "Metropolis"
Tetsuo creates a replacement mechanical right arm for himself, like Rotwang in "Metropolis"
Troldspejlet: Episode #1.3 (1989)
(TV Episode)
Jakob Stegelmann talks about robots in films, mentions Maria, and shows still from the film
Jakob Stegelmann talks about robots in films, mentions Maria, and shows still from the film
Rosso di sera (1989)
Poster on the wall.
Poster on the wall.
Press Gang: Shouldn't I Be Taller? (1989)
(TV Episode)
There is a poster for the film in the Junior Gazette offices.
There is a poster for the film in the Junior Gazette offices.
Madonna: Express Yourself (1989)
(Video)
The video is set in a world based on Metropolis.
The video is set in a world based on Metropolis.
Batman (1989)
Joe Versus the Volcano (1990)
In the opening credits scene, the anthropomorphic factory facade (with eyes and mouth) ... as well as the unloading of lethargic workers from the freight elevator.
In the opening credits scene, the anthropomorphic factory facade (with eyes and mouth) ... as well as the unloading of lethargic workers from the freight elevator.
The Local Stigmatic (1990)
Poster is displayed in front of theater.
Poster is displayed in front of theater.
Total Recall (1990)
Saved by the Bell: House Party (1990)
(TV Episode)
There is a model of the False Maria in Screech's bedroom.
There is a model of the False Maria in Screech's bedroom.
The Flash: Watching the Detectives (1990)
(TV Episode)
There is a model of the False Maria in Mrs. Grosso's shop.
There is a model of the False Maria in Mrs. Grosso's shop.
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Stranded in Space (1991)
(TV Episode)
Title mentioned
Title mentioned
The Runestone (1991)
Invasion for Flesh and Blood (1991)
(Video)
Fear in the Dark (1991)
(TV Movie)
Poster art for this is shown,
Poster art for this is shown,
The Bodyguard (1992)
A statue of the Machine Man can be seen in the singer's apartment.
A statue of the Machine Man can be seen in the singer's apartment.
Rossellini visto da Rossellini (1993)
Poster shown
Poster shown
Drug-Taking and the Arts (1993)
Prince in Hell (1993)
poster seen
poster seen
The Wonderful, Horrible Life of Leni Riefenstahl (1993)
mentioned by Riefenstahl
mentioned by Riefenstahl
Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman: Requiem for a Superhero (1993)
(TV Episode)
A statue of the Maschinenmensch is displayed on a shelf in Dr. Sam Lane's office.
A statue of the Maschinenmensch is displayed on a shelf in Dr. Sam Lane's office.
Cyborg 2: Glass Shadow (1993)
(Video)
The name of a ship in the closing act of the film is "Die Frau Maria." This was the name of both a human character and her famous cyborg double from Fritz Lang's silent science fiction classic "Metropolis."
The name of a ship in the closing act of the film is "Die Frau Maria." This was the name of both a human character and her famous cyborg double from Fritz Lang's silent science fiction classic "Metropolis."
Puppet Master 4 (1993)
(Video)
Figure of robot from this movie on scientist's desk.
Figure of robot from this movie on scientist's desk.
The Hudsucker Proxy (1994)
Aside from having 12 hours instead of 10, the clock face is identical.
Aside from having 12 hours instead of 10, the clock face is identical.
Whitney Houston: Queen of the Night (1994)
(Video)
In the video, Houston's performance, her metallic costume and the film sets are all inspired by scenes from Fritz Lang's 1927 silent film Metropolis
In the video, Houston's performance, her metallic costume and the film sets are all inspired by scenes from Fritz Lang's 1927 silent film Metropolis
New Nightmare (1994)
A statuette of the Maschinenmensch can be seen on the table in Wes Craven's home.
A statuette of the Maschinenmensch can be seen on the table in Wes Craven's home.
Isaac Asimov's The Ultimate Robot (1994)
(Video Game)
Clips and references
Clips and references
Century of Cinema: A Personal History of British Cinema by Stephen Frears (1995)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by Alexander Mackendrick.
Mentioned by Alexander Mackendrick.
Absolutely Fabulous: The End (1995)
(TV Episode)
A poster for the film hangs in the HQ offices.
A poster for the film hangs in the HQ offices.
Ulysses' Gaze (1995)
Mentioned in dialogue
Mentioned in dialogue
Hackers (1995)
The poster is seen in Kate's room
The poster is seen in Kate's room
The Arrival (1996)
Vampirella (1996)
(Video)
Forry has a Maria statue in his room
Forry has a Maria statue in his room
Stickin' Around: Jumbo Frank/Owed to a Tree (1996)
(TV Episode)
When Bradley refers to the city devoured by Frank.
When Bradley refers to the city devoured by Frank.
The Fifth Element (1997)
When Leeloo is being revived, she is placed in a machine that is a near copy of the one used to create the robot in Metrolpolis.
When Leeloo is being revived, she is placed in a machine that is a near copy of the one used to create the robot in Metrolpolis.
Titanic (1997)
Dark City (1998)
Antz (1998)
SPOILER: Mandible attempts to drown the city of workers.
SPOILER: Mandible attempts to drown the city of workers.
Babe: Pig in the City (1998)
Goomer (1999)
Maria poster seen in Goomer's spaceship.
Maria poster seen in Goomer's spaceship.
Spyro 2: Ripto's Rage! (1999)
(Video Game)
One level is called Metropolis.
One level is called Metropolis.
Toy Story 2 (1999)
Kurosawa: The Last Emperor (1999)
(TV Movie)
The title is mentioned by the narrator.
The title is mentioned by the narrator.
The Unauthorized 'Star Wars' Story (1999)
(Video)
mentioned by Anthony Daniels
mentioned by Anthony Daniels
Bruiser (2000)
The mask Henry receives in Bruiser has the same pinhole eyes and slightly apart lips as the "Machine-Man" from Metropolis. Bruiser also shares Metropolis' theme of people being used for the gain of others.
The mask Henry receives in Bruiser has the same pinhole eyes and slightly apart lips as the "Machine-Man" from Metropolis. Bruiser also shares Metropolis' theme of people being used for the gain of others.
Edgar Neville: Emparedado entre comillas (2000)
(TV Movie)
mentioned
mentioned
Billy Elliot (2000)
Loser (2000)
Poster on a wall in one scene.
Poster on a wall in one scene.
The Heart of the World (2000)
(Short)
Anna is dressed and lighted to look like Maria from "Metropolis." She is first mostly seen near large turning gears and machinery like that in the "Metropolis" city.
Anna is dressed and lighted to look like Maria from "Metropolis." She is first mostly seen near large turning gears and machinery like that in the "Metropolis" city.
Charlie's Angels (2000)
The look of the Thin Man in this movie is inspired by the look of the Thin Man in "Metropolis".
The look of the Thin Man in this movie is inspired by the look of the Thin Man in "Metropolis".
Bride of Monster Mania (2000)
(TV Movie)
Clerks: Leonardo Leonardo Returns and Dante Has an Important Decision to Make (2001)
(TV Episode)
Leonardo Leonardo's plans involves having workers operating machinery in the underground, the next step is flooding the underground. This is reminiscent of scenes in Metropolis.
Leonardo Leonardo's plans involves having workers operating machinery in the underground, the next step is flooding the underground. This is reminiscent of scenes in Metropolis.
Moulin Rouge! (2001)
Metropolis (2001)
Besides the title reference, the film bears strong visual and thematic references to Lang's film.
Besides the title reference, the film bears strong visual and thematic references to Lang's film.
A.I. Artificial Intelligence (2001)
Bunuel and King Solomon's Table (2001)
The artificial woman from Metropolis appears in this film.
The artificial woman from Metropolis appears in this film.
Monsters, Inc. (2001)
The name of the city 'Monstropolis'
The name of the city 'Monstropolis'
The 100 Greatest Films (2001)
(TV Movie)
Referenced by name
Referenced by name
The Time Machine (2002)
The poster for the film is seen in the New York Public Library in 2030.
The poster for the film is seen in the New York Public Library in 2030.
Talk to Her (2002)
Psychedelic Cinema (2002)
(Video)
The movie "Metropolis" is mentioned by Val Guest during his interview.
The movie "Metropolis" is mentioned by Val Guest during his interview.
Life Goes On (2002)
(TV Movie)
Referenced as one of UFA's biggest artistic triumphs, ca. 12 minutes into the film.
Referenced as one of UFA's biggest artistic triumphs, ca. 12 minutes into the film.
Equilibrium (2002)
Chicago (2002)
Der Fall Metropolis (2003)
(Video)
documentary about the film
documentary about the film
Adored: Diary of a Porn Star (2003)
When Charlotte is choosing a video to watch, one of the tapes she handles is labled "Metropolis."
When Charlotte is choosing a video to watch, one of the tapes she handles is labled "Metropolis."
The Matrix Reloaded (2003)
Chaplin Today: Modern Times (2003)
(TV Movie)
mentioned once
mentioned once
Superior Firepower: The Making of 'Aliens' (2003)
(Video)
Mention once
Mention once
Chaplin Today: City Lights (2003)
(TV Movie)
mentioned once
mentioned once
Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow (2004)
Art deco/German Expressionist depiction of futuristic city. Beautiful and dangerous female android.
Art deco/German Expressionist depiction of futuristic city. Beautiful and dangerous female android.
Edgar G. Ulmer: The Man Off-Screen (2004)
Mentioned in interview.
Mentioned in interview.
Butterfly (2004)
A poster can be seen.
A poster can be seen.
The Characters of 'Star Wars' (2004)
(Video)
Mentioned by George Lucas and Ralph McQuarrie.
Mentioned by George Lucas and Ralph McQuarrie.
The Incredibles (2004)
1. Metroville's name 2. Panorama in the archive footage references similar shot in Metropolis
1. Metroville's name 2. Panorama in the archive footage references similar shot in Metropolis
The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie (2004)
Planktropolis is the new name for Bikini Bottem when Plankton takes over. It bears resemblence to the metropolis city in that movie
Planktropolis is the new name for Bikini Bottem when Plankton takes over. It bears resemblence to the metropolis city in that movie
Bionicle Vahki Animations (2004)
(TV Mini-Series)
Scenes of slave-like factory workers marching in line with enormous pumps and other machinery towering over them as they keep a buzzing futuristic city running. They work in the factories below while the city ruler is distant and unreachable in his giant tower.
Scenes of slave-like factory workers marching in line with enormous pumps and other machinery towering over them as they keep a buzzing futuristic city running. They work in the factories below while the city ruler is distant and unreachable in his giant tower.
Do You Like Hitchcock? (2005)
(TV Movie)
A poster is shown on a wall
A poster is shown on a wall
Batman Begins (2005)
Panoramic camera shots of the cityscape.
Panoramic camera shots of the cityscape.
Watch the Skies!: Science Fiction, the 1950s and Us (2005)
(TV Movie)
This movie's robots influenced George Lucas's creation C-3PO.
This movie's robots influenced George Lucas's creation C-3PO.
Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit (2005)
Were-Rabbit death scene.
Were-Rabbit death scene.
The Magicians (2005)
The old men make reference to this film.
The old men make reference to this film.
Doctor Who: Rise of the Cybermen (2006)
(TV Episode)
The Art Deco design of the Cybermen, and their robotic movements, is reminiscent of the robot Maria.
The Art Deco design of the Cybermen, and their robotic movements, is reminiscent of the robot Maria.
Krrish (2006)
rising ring of light in the scientist's lab
rising ring of light in the scientist's lab
Kraken: Tentacles of the Deep (2006)
(TV Movie)
poster in bar
poster in bar
Amazing! Exploring the Far Reaches of Forbidden Planet (2006)
(Video)
Mentioned.
Mentioned.
The Holiday (2006)
DVD is shown in a video store.
DVD is shown in a video store.
The Weakest Link: 'Doctor Who' Special (2007)
(TV Episode)
Referenced by name
Referenced by name
The Sandman (2007)
(Short)
in keeping with the films overall German expressionist feel, the birth of Olympia is a riff on the Maria creation scene in Metropolis
in keeping with the films overall German expressionist feel, the birth of Olympia is a riff on the Maria creation scene in Metropolis
BioShock (2007)
(Video Game)
main character must confront the ruler of an underground/underwater city; architechtual and atmospheric similarities also abound.
main character must confront the ruler of an underground/underwater city; architechtual and atmospheric similarities also abound.
Across the Universe (2007)
Bald and semi-naked workers carrying liberty, much like in the Babel sequence.
Bald and semi-naked workers carrying liberty, much like in the Babel sequence.
How I Met Your Mother: Third Wheel (2007)
(TV Episode)
Ted has a Metropolis poster in his bedroom wall.
Ted has a Metropolis poster in his bedroom wall.
Robot Chicken: Moesha Poppins (2007)
(TV Episode)
Maria the Gynoid makes a cameo appearance.
Maria the Gynoid makes a cameo appearance.
How I Met Your Mother: Slapsgiving (2007)
(TV Episode)
Ted has a Metropolis poster on the wall of his room.
Ted has a Metropolis poster on the wall of his room.
IndieBoyz (2007)
(Video)
'Metropolis' T-shirt has the title and an image from the movie on front
'Metropolis' T-shirt has the title and an image from the movie on front
Lacrimosa (2008)
(TV Movie)
Poster shown on the wall.
Poster shown on the wall.
Yoshiwara Club (2008)
(Short)
The title is a tip of the hat to Fritz Lang's Metropolis and to its fake-Maria erotic dance scene set in the nightclub quarter named Yoshiwara.
The title is a tip of the hat to Fritz Lang's Metropolis and to its fake-Maria erotic dance scene set in the nightclub quarter named Yoshiwara.
Interview with Chris Petit and Keith Griffiths (2008)
(Video)
A still photograph is shown
A still photograph is shown
The Rocker (2008)
Matt's solo scene in A.D.D's music video
Matt's solo scene in A.D.D's music video
Dark City: Memories of Shell Beach (2008)
(Video)
Liz Keogh mentions this film.
Liz Keogh mentions this film.
How I Met Your Mother: Do I Know You? (2008)
(TV Episode)
Ted has a Metropolis poster on the wall of his room.
Ted has a Metropolis poster on the wall of his room.
Inglourious Basterds (2009)
The celluloid image of Shosanna laughing while burning mirrors the Evil Maria in the bonfire in Fritz Lang's classic -- ironically, one of Hitler's favorite movies
The celluloid image of Shosanna laughing while burning mirrors the Evil Maria in the bonfire in Fritz Lang's classic -- ironically, one of Hitler's favorite movies
Dva: Nunovó tango (2009)
(Video)
Visual quotation.
Visual quotation.
Mad Men: Love Among the Ruins (2009)
(TV Episode)
mentioned in dialogue
mentioned in dialogue
Micmacs (2009)
DVD is shown in a video store.
DVD is shown in a video store.
Xenes se xeni hora: 50 ellinikes tainies mystiriou kai fantasias (2009)
Poster is shown.
Poster is shown.
90210: Environmental Hazards (2009)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by Jasper
Mentioned by Jasper
Jeopardy!: Episode #26.58 (2009)
(TV Episode)
Subject of a $1,000 clue in the category "'Itz' at the End"
Subject of a $1,000 clue in the category "'Itz' at the End"
Jeopardy!: Episode #26.93 (2010)
(TV Episode)
Subject of a $2,000 clue in the category "Mr. & Ms. Roboto"
Subject of a $2,000 clue in the category "Mr. & Ms. Roboto"
El cine libertario: Cuando las películas hacen historia (2010)
(Short)
poster shown in a picture
poster shown in a picture
Voyage to Metropolis (2010)
(TV Movie)
Documentary about Metropolis
Documentary about Metropolis
Metropolis refundada (2010)
documentary about the film
documentary about the film
Neues aus der Anstalt: Spätrömischer Empfang für Westerwelle (2010)
(TV Episode)
Referenced by name
Referenced by name
Mythos Metropolis (2010)
(TV Movie)
documentary about the film
documentary about the film
Attack of the Clones Review (2010)
(Video)
Among the movies Plinkett mentions that the Original Star Wars Trilogy paid homage to.
Among the movies Plinkett mentions that the Original Star Wars Trilogy paid homage to.
Special Collector's Edition: La historia interminable (1ª parte) (2010)
(TV Episode)
The DVD appears in the background
The DVD appears in the background
Special Collector's Edition: La historia interminable (2ª parte) (2010)
(TV Episode)
The DVD appears in the background.
The DVD appears in the background.
The Cinema Snob: Caligula: Part II (2010)
(TV Episode)
Snob #2 mentions it.
Snob #2 mentions it.
Special Collector's Edition: Bailando con lobos (2010)
(TV Episode)
The DVD appears in the background
The DVD appears in the background
Futurama: The Mutants Are Revolting (2010)
(TV Episode)
The Westside Pipeway is reminiscent of some of the machinery in "Metropolis".
The Westside Pipeway is reminiscent of some of the machinery in "Metropolis".
Special Collector's Edition: Exploradores (2010)
(TV Episode)
The DVD appears in the background
The DVD appears in the background
White Irish Drinkers (2010)
poster seen
poster seen
The Man Who Saw Frankenstein Cry (2010)
Poster is shown.
Poster is shown.
Cinemassacre's Monster Madness: The Screaming Skull (2010)
(TV Episode)
Movie listed on the box art of James' Classic Horror DVD Box Set.
Movie listed on the box art of James' Classic Horror DVD Box Set.
Special Collector's Edition: Especial Halloween: La trilogía de los muertos vivientes (2010)
(TV Episode)
The DVD appears in the background
The DVD appears in the background
Atop the Fourth Wall: Action Comics #1 (2010)
(TV Episode)
mentioned among the influences for Superman.
mentioned among the influences for Superman.
Call of Duty: Black Ops (2010)
(Video Game)
Poster in Nazi theater in 'Zombies' game mode titled 'Pygmalion' mimics the poster art of 'Metropolis'.
Poster in Nazi theater in 'Zombies' game mode titled 'Pygmalion' mimics the poster art of 'Metropolis'.
Special Collector's Edition: Hook (2010)
(TV Episode)
In the Background/Appears on the list of DVD releases of November/December.
In the Background/Appears on the list of DVD releases of November/December.
Special Collector's Edition: Zombie Town (2010)
(TV Episode)
The DVD appears in the background
The DVD appears in the background
Special Collector's Edition: La princesa prometida (2011)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears on the background
DVD appears on the background
Special Collector's Edition: Titanic - 1ª Edición (2011)
(TV Episode)
The DVD is seen on the background
The DVD is seen on the background
Special Collector's Edition: Supercop (2011)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears on the background
DVD appears on the background
Raymond Did It (2011)
Poster seen on wall
Poster seen on wall
Special Collector's Edition: Masters del universo (2011)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears on the background
DVD appears on the background
Midnight Movie Review: The Complete Metropolis (2011)
(TV Episode)
the film of this episode's topic
the film of this episode's topic
Special Collector's Edition: Comparativa: Psicosis (2011)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears In the Background
DVD appears In the Background
Special Collector's Edition: The Ring (2011)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears in the background / mentioned
DVD appears in the background / mentioned
Special Collector's Edition: Mad Max 2: Versión no íntegra (2011)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears in the background
DVD appears in the background
Special Collector's Edition: Los Teleñecos en el espacio (2011)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears in the background
DVD appears in the background
Special Collector's Edition: El pacto de Berlín (2011)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears in the background
DVD appears in the background
The Artist (2011)
The opening shot with its special effects references the activation of the robot Maria.
The opening shot with its special effects references the activation of the robot Maria.
Special Collector's Edition: ¿Quién puede matar a un niño? (2011)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears in the background
DVD appears in the background
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (2011)
The opening scene showing students at Hogwarts being herded towards the classroom, reflects the opening scene of Metropolis, where workers are herded into the big city
The opening scene showing students at Hogwarts being herded towards the classroom, reflects the opening scene of Metropolis, where workers are herded into the big city
Parásitos: Parásitos Begins (2011)
(TV Episode)
poster appears in Paula's room
poster appears in Paula's room
Hjelp, vi er i filmbransjen (2011)
Movie poster seen on the wall in an apartment
Movie poster seen on the wall in an apartment
Special Collector's Edition: Sospechosos habituales (2011)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears in the background
DVD appears in the background
Special Collector's Edition: Matilda (2011)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears in the background
DVD appears in the background
Real Steel (2011)
If you look at the ring girl in the final fight, she is dressed as a very close approximation of the famous robot from the silent film "Metropolis".
If you look at the ring girl in the final fight, she is dressed as a very close approximation of the famous robot from the silent film "Metropolis".
Special Collector's Edition: Comparativa: Ranma ½ (2011)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears in the background
DVD appears in the background
Special Collector's Edition: Los gemelos golpean dos veces (2011)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears in the background
DVD appears in the background
Special Collector's Edition: Made in U.S.A. (2011)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears in the background
DVD appears in the background
Special Collector's Edition: El soltero (2011)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears in the background
DVD appears in the background
Special Collector's Edition: Pack Tintín (2011)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears in the background
DVD appears in the background
Special Collector's Edition: Calles de fuego (2011)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears in the background
DVD appears in the background
Prophets of Science Fiction: H.G. Wells (2011)
(TV Episode)
Poster shown and Wells' disdain for the film is mentioned.
Poster shown and Wells' disdain for the film is mentioned.
RuPaul's Drag Race: RuPaul Rewind (2012)
(TV Episode)
RuPaul says one of DiDa Ritz's runway looks is "very Fritz Lang Metropolis."
RuPaul says one of DiDa Ritz's runway looks is "very Fritz Lang Metropolis."
Special Collector's Edition: Amor inmortal (2012)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears on the backgorund
DVD appears on the backgorund
When Worlds Collide (2012)
(Video)
Shaun Ley mentions this film
Shaun Ley mentions this film
Special Collector's Edition: Comparativa: Operación Dragón (2012)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears on the background
DVD appears on the background
Special Collector's Edition: Las Relíquias: Atraco a falda armada (2012)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears on the background
DVD appears on the background
Special Collector's Edition: La Cosa (2012)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears on the background
DVD appears on the background
Special Collector's Edition: Las chicas de la Tierra son fáciles (2012)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears on the background
DVD appears on the background
Special Collector's Edition: 1492: La conquista del paraíso (2012)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears on the backgorund
DVD appears on the backgorund
Special Collector's Edition: Blu-ray: Depredador (2012)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears on the backgorund
DVD appears on the backgorund
Special Collector's Edition: Comparativa: El Circo (2012)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears on the backgorund
DVD appears on the backgorund
Special Collector's Edition: Las amistades peligrosas (2012)
(TV Episode)
DVD appears on the backgorund
DVD appears on the backgorund
The Dark Knight Rises (2012)
Cited by Christopher Nolan as a key influence.
Cited by Christopher Nolan as a key influence.
New Girl: Katie (2012)
(TV Episode)
Movie poster in the apartment
Movie poster in the apartment
Special Collector's Edition: 12 Monos (2012)
(TV Episode)
DVD & Blu-ray in the background
DVD & Blu-ray in the background
Special Collector's Edition: Pack Bond 50 (2012)
(TV Episode)
DVD & Blu-ray in the background
DVD & Blu-ray in the background
Special Collector's Edition: Especial Navideño (Top Películas Navideñas) (2012)
(TV Episode)
DVD & Blu-ray in the background
DVD & Blu-ray in the background
Special Collector's Edition: Christine (2013)
(TV Episode)
DVD & Blu-ray appears on the background
DVD & Blu-ray appears on the background
Special Collector's Edition: Superman: Episodios Clásicos (2013)
(TV Episode)
DVD & Blu-ray appears on the background
DVD & Blu-ray appears on the background
Special Collector's Edition: La carrera del siglo (2013)
(TV Episode)
DVD & Blu-ray appears on the background
DVD & Blu-ray appears on the background
Special Collector's Edition: Blu-ray: Pack Indiana Jones (2013)
(TV Episode)
DVD & Blu-ray appears on the background
DVD & Blu-ray appears on the background
Special Collector's Edition: Underground (2013)
(TV Episode)
DVD & Blu-ray appears on the background
DVD & Blu-ray appears on the background
Rewind This! (2013)
Video case is shown.
Video case is shown.
StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm (2013)
(Video Game)
Map titled "Metropolis" after the Fritz Lang classic
Map titled "Metropolis" after the Fritz Lang classic
Remote Recovery (2013)
(Short)
Brigitte is named after actress Brigitte Helm - who played a similar role as evil android in Metropolis.
Brigitte is named after actress Brigitte Helm - who played a similar role as evil android in Metropolis.
Special Collector's Edition: Comparativa: La Tienda de los Horrores (2013)
(TV Episode)
DVD & Blu-ray appears on the background
DVD & Blu-ray appears on the background
Special Collector's Edition: Serpico (2013)
(TV Episode)
DVD & Blu-ray appears on the background
DVD & Blu-ray appears on the background
Special Collector's Edition: Desafío Total (2013)
(TV Episode)
DVD & Blu-ray appears on the background
DVD & Blu-ray appears on the background
Héros (2013)
(Short)
Poster on the wall.
Poster on the wall.
Doctor Mabuse (2013)
A drawing of Maria the Robot appears briefly on Mabuse's plans
A drawing of Maria the Robot appears briefly on Mabuse's plans
Special Collector's Edition: Blu-ray: El Bueno, el Feo y el Malo (2013)
(TV Episode)
DVD & Blu-ray appears on the background
DVD & Blu-ray appears on the background
Special Collector's Edition: El viaje a la Luna (2013)
(TV Episode)
DVD & Blu-ray appears on the background
DVD & Blu-ray appears on the background
Face Off: Living Art (2013)
(TV Episode)
Title mentioned
Title mentioned
Midnight Screenings: Ender's Game/The Shining (2013)
(TV Episode)
Brian mentions when a rough copy of Metropolis was found in an Argentinian storage house.
Brian mentions when a rough copy of Metropolis was found in an Argentinian storage house.
Meet Me on the Southbank (2013)
seen by Alan and Destiny
seen by Alan and Destiny
DVD-R Hell: Howard Cantour.com (2014)
(TV Episode)
Brad "compares" Howard Cantour.com to this film.
Brad "compares" Howard Cantour.com to this film.
The Place on the Corner (2014)
(Short)
mentioned by interview subject
mentioned by interview subject
Film Speak: Episode #1.2 (2014)
(TV Episode)
A poster is seen on the main set
A poster is seen on the main set
The Fosters: Metropolis (2014)
(TV Episode)
Title reference.
Title reference.
The Simpsons: Days of Future Future (2014)
(TV Episode)
Bart's Little Black eBook contains a photo of Maria.
Bart's Little Black eBook contains a photo of Maria.
Doctor Mabuse: Etiopomar (2014)
Rotwang and Maria the Robot appear in DOCTOR MABUSE: ETIOPOMAR.
Rotwang and Maria the Robot appear in DOCTOR MABUSE: ETIOPOMAR.
Project: Marvin (2014)
(Video)
There is an image of the robot from this film.
There is an image of the robot from this film.
Twenty Years Later (2014)
Image on T-shirt
Image on T-shirt
Pop Culture Beast's Halloween Horror Picks: Targets (2014)
(TV Episode)
Depicted on Ryan's shirt.
Depicted on Ryan's shirt.
The Big Bang Theory: The Misinterpretation Agitation (2014)
(TV Episode)
The robot is among the doctor's sci-fi memorabilia.
The robot is among the doctor's sci-fi memorabilia.
Reebok: The City in Motion (2014)
(Short)
The plot is an homage to a scene in this earlier movie
The plot is an homage to a scene in this earlier movie
Life Is Strange (2015)
(Video Game)
The film was listed on a leaflet in episode 5.
The film was listed on a leaflet in episode 5.
The Wrong Boyfriend (2015)
(TV Movie)
Mentioned in dialogue
Mentioned in dialogue
WatchMojo: Top 10 Sci-Fi Movie Posters (2015)
(TV Episode)
The poster for Metropolis is #9.
The poster for Metropolis is #9.
April and the Extraordinary World (2015)
The factory scene involving workers robotically influenced a similar scene in the film.
The factory scene involving workers robotically influenced a similar scene in the film.
The First Film (2015)
A still of the golden robot is seen early in the film.
A still of the golden robot is seen early in the film.
Atop the Fourth Wall: The Star Wars #2 (2015)
(TV Episode)
Linkara notes that C-3PO's early design is based on the robots in this movie
Linkara notes that C-3PO's early design is based on the robots in this movie
Main Aur Charles (2015)
Mentioned in dialogue
Mentioned in dialogue
The Cinema Snob: Suckula (2015)
(TV Episode)
"I don't recall Nixon's resignation speech looking like Metropolis."
"I don't recall Nixon's resignation speech looking like Metropolis."
Nasi: Závislosti (2016)
(TV Episode)
Poster on the wall.
Poster on the wall.
Lída Baarová (2016)
Poster on the wall.
Poster on the wall.
Jay Dyer: Hitchcock's Psycho Psyche & MK Ultra (2016)
(TV Episode)
The movie comes up in discussion.
The movie comes up in discussion.
Spam Attack: The Movie (2016)
(Short)
The final image shows the alien living in the big tower of babel in "Metropolis".
The final image shows the alien living in the big tower of babel in "Metropolis".
Mike & Mike: Episode dated 6 May 2016 (2016)
(TV Episode)
Mike Greenberg reads from RottenTomatoes.com's list of top movies
Mike Greenberg reads from RottenTomatoes.com's list of top movies
500 Questions: Episode #2.5 (2016)
(TV Episode)
correct answer in "Silent Film" category
correct answer in "Silent Film" category
WatchMojo: Top 10 Insanely Expensive Movie Memorabilia (2016)
(TV Episode)
The Original Metropolis Poster gets an honorable mention.
The Original Metropolis Poster gets an honorable mention.
Brain Dump: 10 Cloverfield Lane Makes Me Bitchy (2016)
(TV Episode)
Max Gilardi mentions that Heartbeeps is not a sequel to Metropolis just because of the same genres.
Max Gilardi mentions that Heartbeeps is not a sequel to Metropolis just because of the same genres.
The Phantom Hour (2016)
(Short)
Inspiration
Inspiration
24x36: A Movie About Movie Posters (2016)
Poster shown
Poster shown
The Wardrobe (2017)
(Video Game)
A poster of Metropolis was one of Skinny's choices for a prize.
A poster of Metropolis was one of Skinny's choices for a prize.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017)
High Priestess Ayesha's throne and makeup resembles the Maria Robot from Metropolis.
High Priestess Ayesha's throne and makeup resembles the Maria Robot from Metropolis.
Genius: Einstein: Chapter One (2017)
(TV Episode)
Einstein walks past a cinema displaying a large poster for this film.
Einstein walks past a cinema displaying a large poster for this film.
Crash Course: Film History: German Expressionism (2017)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned and Discussed
Mentioned and Discussed
Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie (2017)
The lines' of children marching into school like the workers' in Metropolis.
The lines' of children marching into school like the workers' in Metropolis.
MenT: Shakira nebo menopauza - Co je více vyhledávané? (2017)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by MenT.
Mentioned by MenT.
Friedkin Uncut (2018)
Poster shown. Mentioned by Friedkin.
Poster shown. Mentioned by Friedkin.
David Coburn MEP on the Tyranny of the EU (2018)
(Video)
David Coburn could be this movie could be our future.
David Coburn could be this movie could be our future.
SBPCh: 1999/17:05/Drug (2018)
(Video)
Poster on the wall
Poster on the wall
The Strange Life of Dr. Frankenstein (2018)
Clip shown
Clip shown
Global Warnings: Glenn Kenny Explores End of the World Movies (2019)
(Video)
Talked about
Talked about
Adam (2019)
A poster for the movie can be seen.
A poster for the movie can be seen.
Granada Reports: 21 January 2020: Evening Bulletin (2020)
(TV Episode)
Mentioned by one of the cinema voluteers.
Mentioned by one of the cinema voluteers.
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert: Jim Carrey/Michael Kiwanuka (2020)
(TV Episode)
T-shirt worn by Jim Carrey
T-shirt worn by Jim Carrey
Family Guy: Pawtucket Pat (2020)
(TV Episode)
mentioned at end of episode
mentioned at end of episode
Bad Girls (2021)
Poster displayed in Danny Lucifer's home.
Poster displayed in Danny Lucifer's home.
Featured in
Paris Belongs to Us (1961)
Bewegte Bilder. Deutsche Trickfilme der Zwanziger Jahre (1975)
(TV Movie)
A segment from this film is featured.
A segment from this film is featured.
The Horror Show (1979)
(TV Movie)
Clips are featured.
Clips are featured.
Android (1982)
E.T. and Friends: Magical Movie Visitors (1982)
(TV Movie)
Clips from the film is showed during the show
Clips from the film is showed during the show
The Horror of It All (1983)
(TV Movie)
Historia del cine: Epoca muda (1983)
(Video)
in part II
in part II
Queen: Radio Ga Ga (1984)
(Video)
The music video for the song features scenes from Fritz Lang's 1927 German expressionist science fiction film "Metropolis".
The music video for the song features scenes from Fritz Lang's 1927 German expressionist science fiction film "Metropolis".
Decoder (1984)
Contains footage of the film.
Contains footage of the film.
One Night Stand (1984)
Two montage sequences from Metropolis are shown, including scenes of the powerhouse exploding and a scene of the robot/Maria seated in a chair.
Two montage sequences from Metropolis are shown, including scenes of the powerhouse exploding and a scene of the robot/Maria seated in a chair.
Monsters, Madmen & Machines: 80 Years of Science Fiction (1984)
(TV Movie)
Helm's dancing seduction
Helm's dancing seduction
100 years of automobile: Ein Volk gibt Gas (1985)
(TV Episode)
clip shown
clip shown
100 years of automobile: Der Tod fährt mit (1985)
(TV Episode)
clip shown
clip shown
Stairs (1986)
(TV Movie)
Clip shown.
Clip shown.
Heaven (1987)
Demented Top 20 Video Countdown (1988)
(TV Special)
One of the videos on the countdown features clips from this.
One of the videos on the countdown features clips from this.
Ollie Hopnoodle's Haven of Bliss (1988)
(TV Movie)
Splendor (1989)
Cinema scene can be seen
Cinema scene can be seen
Histoire(s) du cinéma: Toutes les histoires (1989)
(TV Episode)
Footage of this movie is shown.
Footage of this movie is shown.
Fejezetek a film történetéböl: A német film 1933-ig (1989)
(TV Episode)
Minute Movie Masterpieces (1989)
(Video)
Clips / footage.
Clips / footage.
At the Movies: Silent Classics (1990)
(TV Episode)
Clips are shown.
Clips are shown.
Germany Year 90 Nine Zero (1991)
The film includes several fragments from Lang's movie.
The film includes several fragments from Lang's movie.
Heartstoppers: Horror at the Movies (1992)
(TV Movie)
The Bodyguard (1992)
Arise! The SubGenius Video (1992)
(Video)
Die UFA (1992)
Scene of film is shown and commented.
Scene of film is shown and commented.
SeaQuest 2032: Abalon (1994)
(TV Episode)
Abalon shows the movie in his lab.
Abalon shows the movie in his lab.
A Century of Cinema (1994)
One Hundred and One Nights (1995)
Citizen Langlois (1995)
(TV Movie)
Contains footage of the film.
Contains footage of the film.
Century of Cinema: Die Nacht der Regisseure (1995)
(TV Episode)
Featured in the Volker Schlöndorff segment.
Featured in the Volker Schlöndorff segment.
Cinema Europe: The Other Hollywood (1995)
(TV Mini-Series)
Cinema Europe: The Other Hollywood: Where It All Began (1995)
(TV Episode)
clips shown
clips shown
Tokyo Fist (1995)
Cinema Europe: The Other Hollywood: The Unchained Camera (1995)
(TV Episode)
clips shown
clips shown
Latex (1995)
(Video)
La mémoire retrouvée (1996)
(TV Movie)
Future Fantastic: I, Robot (1996)
(TV Episode)
Clip shown.
Clip shown.
Special Effects: Anything Can Happen (1996)
(Short)
Basquiat (1996)
100 Years of Horror: Freaks (1996)
(TV Episode)
clips
clips
100 Years of Horror: Scream Queens (1996)
(TV Episode)
clips
clips
To the Galaxy and Beyond with Mark Hamill (1997)
(TV Movie)
Ayn Rand: A Sense of Life (1997)
Troldspejlet: Frankenstein and Me (1997)
(TV Episode)
Forrest J Ackerman mentions the film during a guided tour through his Acker Mansion, a huge collection of sci-fi and monster memorabilia + clips shown
Forrest J Ackerman mentions the film during a guided tour through his Acker Mansion, a huge collection of sci-fi and monster memorabilia + clips shown
Universal Horror (1998)
(TV Movie)
Dämonische Leinwand - Der deutsche Film der zwanziger Jahre (1998)
Clips shown
Clips shown
Kingdom of Shadows (1998)
(Video)
Histoire(s) du cinéma: Les signes parmi nous (1999)
(TV Episode)
System of a Down: Sugar (1999)
(Video)
Footage from the German film Metropolis.
Footage from the German film Metropolis.
Troldspejlet: Episode #23.17 (2000)
(TV Episode)
Jakob Stegelmann looks at cinema production design + clip shown
Jakob Stegelmann looks at cinema production design + clip shown
The 100 Greatest Films (2001)
(TV Movie)
Clips are shown
Clips are shown
Flesh + Steel: The Making of 'RoboCop' (2001)
(Video)
The 74th Annual Academy Awards (2002)
(TV Special)
CinéMagique (2002)
(Short)
short clip at the beginning
short clip at the beginning
Der Fall Metropolis (2003)
(Video)
extensive footage shown
extensive footage shown
Before - After: Metropolis as an Example for Film Restoration (2003)
(Video)
extensive footage shown
extensive footage shown
Queen: Greatest Video Hits 2 (2003)
(Video)
Clips in "Radio Gaga"
Clips in "Radio Gaga"
Henri Langlois: The Phantom of the Cinémathèque (2004)
to illustrate Langlois' museum and the robot it displays from the film: a film clip follows
to illustrate Langlois' museum and the robot it displays from the film: a film clip follows
Mabuses Motive (2004)
(TV Movie)
clips
clips
Ultimate Sci-Fi Top 10 (2004)
(TV Mini-Series)
Clips are shown
Clips are shown
Katsuhiro Otomo Cinema Anthology (2005)
(Video)
Includes trailer for this film.
Includes trailer for this film.
SexTV: Remote Control: Romancing the Robot/Hajime Sorayama (2005)
(TV Episode)
Clip from film is used in this episode.
Clip from film is used in this episode.
The Fear (El Miedo) (2006)
clip shown
clip shown
The Sci-Fi Boys (2006)
Clips of the film was shown and discussed greatly in this documentry.
Clips of the film was shown and discussed greatly in this documentry.
Future by Design (2006)
Jacque Fresco was inspired by the architecture and robotics.
Jacque Fresco was inspired by the architecture and robotics.
Auge in Auge - Eine deutsche Filmgeschichte (2008)
A clip from this film is shown
A clip from this film is shown
Troldspejlet: Episode #40.2 (2008)
(TV Episode)
Jakob Stegelmann talks about robots featured in films, and mentions the title + footage used
Jakob Stegelmann talks about robots featured in films, and mentions the title + footage used
Bring Back... Star Wars (2008)
(TV Movie)
Clip shown
Clip shown
The Nostalgia Chick: Top 10 Disturbing and Inescapable Christmas Songs (2008)
(TV Episode)
Clips are played during the slowed dowm Alvin and the Chipmunks song
Clips are played during the slowed dowm Alvin and the Chipmunks song
Cinema's Exiles: From Hitler to Hollywood (2009)
(TV Movie)
Clips shown.
Clips shown.
Paul Merton Looks at Alfred Hitchcock (2009)
(TV Movie)
Clips included in documentary
Clips included in documentary
Maria (2009)
(Video)
Jim is watching it in a theatre.
Jim is watching it in a theatre.
From Caligari to Libeskind (2009)
(Video)
Clips shown
Clips shown
Voyage to Metropolis (2010)
(TV Movie)
Extensive footage shown
Extensive footage shown
Cabaret-Berlin: The Wild Scene (2010)
(TV Movie)
several scenes shown
several scenes shown
The Nostalgia Chick: Playing God (2010)
(TV Episode)
Clips shown.
Clips shown.
Maltin on Movies: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (2010)
(TV Episode)
Movie reviewed in this episode.
Movie reviewed in this episode.
The Story of Film: An Odyssey: The Golden Age of World Cinema (2011)
(TV Episode)
Clips shown
Clips shown
Geek Charming (2011)
(TV Movie)
Seen and discussed by Alan and Josh
Seen and discussed by Alan and Josh
Lost Forever (2011)
(Short)
Clips from this film are shown in Lost Forever.
Clips from this film are shown in Lost Forever.
Final Cut: Ladies and Gentlemen (2012)
Footage from this movie is shown.
Footage from this movie is shown.
Side by Side (2012)
clip featuring Brigitte Helm
clip featuring Brigitte Helm
Vamps (2012)
Featured on a screen at a club Goody and Stacy go to
Featured on a screen at a club Goody and Stacy go to
WatchMojo: Top 10 Dystopian Movie Futures (2012)
(TV Episode)
The future depicted in Metropolis is #10.
The future depicted in Metropolis is #10.
Special Collector's Edition: Metrópolis (Montaje de 1984) (2012)
(TV Episode)
1984 cut clips shown
1984 cut clips shown
Alfred Hitchcock: Master of Suspense (2013)
clip shown
clip shown
Smashing UK Top 10: Top 10 International Films (2013)
(TV Episode)
Clips
Clips
Caligari - Wie der Horror ins Kino kam (2014)
(TV Movie)
clips shown
clips shown
1,001 Movies You Must See (Before You Die) (2014)
(Short)
Clip is presented
Clip is presented
WatchMojo: Top 10 Movies of the 1920s (2014)
(TV Episode)
Metropolis is #1.
Metropolis is #1.
WatchMojo: Top 10 Movies of All Time (2014)
(TV Episode)
Metropolis gets an honorable mention.
Metropolis gets an honorable mention.
The Real History of Science Fiction: Robots (2014)
(TV Episode)
Clips shown
Clips shown
Metropolice (2014)
(Short)
Clips shown, Title is referenced
Clips shown, Title is referenced
Sosialismi (2014)
Clip of the film is shown
Clip of the film is shown
The Real History of Science Fiction: Time (2014)
(TV Episode)
Clips shown
Clips shown
From Caligari to Hitler: German Cinema in the Age of the Masses (2014)
clips are shown
clips are shown
WatchMojo: Top 10 Movie Depictions of the Future (2014)
(TV Episode)
The future depicted in Metropolis is #2.
The future depicted in Metropolis is #2.
X-Rated: The Greatest Adult Movies of All Time (2015)
(TV Movie)
Footage of this movie is shown.
Footage of this movie is shown.
Geno in the Evening (2015)
(TV Series)
Clips used in opening segment
Clips used in opening segment
Geno in the Evening: Nosferatu, Movies and Bill Cosby (2015)
(TV Episode)
Clips used in opening segment
Clips used in opening segment
Geno in the Evening: Farewell, Joe (2015)
(TV Episode)
Music video features clips from film.
Music video features clips from film.
WatchMojo: Top 10 Greatest Movie Sets (2015)
(TV Episode)
Metropolis is #6.
Metropolis is #6.
Worlds Apart (2015)
Film playing on outdoor cinema screen
Film playing on outdoor cinema screen
WatchMojo: Top 10 Futuristic Movie Cities (2015)
(TV Episode)
Metropolis of 2026 is #2.
Metropolis of 2026 is #2.
WatchMojo: Top 10 Movie Special Effects That Have Aged Well (2016)
(TV Episode)
The special effects in Metropolis are #8.
The special effects in Metropolis are #8.
Fritz Lang (2016)
excerpts shown in newsreel
excerpts shown in newsreel
WatchMojo: Top 10 Best Sci-Fi Movies You've Probably Never Seen (2016)
(TV Episode)
Metropolis is #1.
Metropolis is #1.
If Cats Disappeared from the World (2016)
The main character has a DVD of Metropolis and is watching it
The main character has a DVD of Metropolis and is watching it
Brakes (2016)
Clips of False Maria's dance, and of the Grim Reaper from this film shown in opening sequence.
Clips of False Maria's dance, and of the Grim Reaper from this film shown in opening sequence.
Hillary's America: The Secret History of the Democratic Party (2016)
Multiple clips are featured.
Multiple clips are featured.
MsMojo: Top 10 Supporting Female Characters in Fantasy and Sci-Fi Movies (2016)
(TV Episode)
Maria is #8.
Maria is #8.
Bad Movie: The Movie (2016)
clip show
clip show
Cinemassacre's Monster Madness: Metropolis (2016)
(TV Episode)
movie is reviewed
movie is reviewed
Anime Abandon: Metropolis (2017)
(TV Episode)
some visual imagery was borrowed from this Metropolis
some visual imagery was borrowed from this Metropolis
WatchMojo: Top 10 Best Steam Punk Movies (2017)
(TV Episode)
Metropolis is #1.
Metropolis is #1.
WatchMojo: Top 10 Movies EVERYONE Watches in Film School (2017)
(TV Episode)
Metropolis gets an honorable mention.
Metropolis gets an honorable mention.
Crash Course: Film History: German Expressionism (2017)
(TV Episode)
Discussed
Discussed
The Sex Robots Are Coming (2017)
(TV Movie)
Clip shown.
Clip shown.
The Oscars (2018)
(TV Special)
Clip shown in 90 Years montage
Clip shown in 90 Years montage
More Human Than Human (2018)
A fragment from the scene in which Rotwang creates Maria is shown.
A fragment from the scene in which Rotwang creates Maria is shown.
James Cameron's Story of Science Fiction: Intelligent Machines (2018)
(TV Episode)
Clips are shown.
Clips are shown.
Fahrenheit 11/9 (2018)
A clip shown
A clip shown
WatchMojo: Top 10 Movies that Should Have Gotten a 100 Percent on Rotten Tomatoes (2019)
(TV Episode)
Metropolis is #1.
Metropolis is #1.
CyberWork and the American Dream (2019)
(TV Movie)
Clips shown
Clips shown
Image Makers: The Adventures of America's Pioneer Cinematographers (2019)
Clips shown.
Clips shown.
WatchMojo: Top 10 Films Ahead of Their Time (2019)
(TV Episode)
Metropolis is #2.
Metropolis is #2.
Le temps des ouvriers: Le temps de l'usine (2020)
(TV Episode)
clips shown
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Last Words (2020)
Projected film (from the archives).
Projected film (from the archives).
Spoofed in
Iron Bread (1970)
Army of Darkness (1992)
Coneheads (1993)
Futurama: Bender's Big Score (2007)
(Video)
The city's "travel tubes" are seen in the opening credits transporting several main characters.
The city's "travel tubes" are seen in the opening credits transporting several main characters.
The Secret Adventures of the Projectionist (2008)
(Short)
The silent science fiction film is a parody of the film.
The silent science fiction film is a parody of the film.
The Problem of Laika-23 (2008)
(Short)
Laika struggles with a futuristic switchboard in a comical variant of the machine scenes in Metropolis
Laika struggles with a futuristic switchboard in a comical variant of the machine scenes in Metropolis
