The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones
“There is a world hidden within our own.”
In New York City, Clary Fray, a seemingly ordinary teenager, learns that she is descended from a line of Shadowhunters — half-angel warriors who protect humanity from evil forces. After her mother disappears, Clary joins forces with a group of Shadowhunters and enters Downworld, an alternate realm filled with demons, vampires, and a host of other creatures. Clary and her companions must find and protect an ancient cup that holds the key to her mother's future.
Where to watch The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones in United States
Can I watch The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones in United States? Yes — you can stream The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones in United States on Netflix and YouTube Free, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
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| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Netflix, YouTube Free | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | ITVX Premium, Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels, Rakuten TV, ITVX | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | CosmoGo, Amazon Video |
| Australia | Amazon Prime Video, Stan, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Germany | Netflix | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Canal VOD, Orange VOD |
| Spain | Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels, Rakuten TV, Plex | Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | Diamond Films Amazon Channel | Google Play Movies |
| Japan | Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT, FOD Channel Amazon Channel | Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| South Korea | Watcha | — |
About The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones is a 2013 English-language fantasy, action and mystery film directed by Harald Zwart. The cast is led by Lily Collins, Jamie Campbell Bower, Robert Sheehan. It has a runtime of 2h 10m. Viewers rate it 6.4/10 across 4700 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Netflix, YouTube Free.
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones was produced by Screen Gems, Unique Features, and Mister Smith Entertainment and made in Canada and Germany. It was released on August 21, 2013, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $60 million, it went on to gross $95 million worldwide.
- Director
- Harald Zwart
- Writers
- Jessica Postigo, I. Marlene King
- Release date
- August 21, 2013
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Canada, Germany
- Budget
- $60 million
- Box office
- $95 million
- Production
- Screen Gems, Unique Features, Mister Smith Entertainment
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones cast & crew
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones was directed by Harald Zwart and written by Jessica Postigo and I. Marlene King.
The cast features Lily Collins as Clary Fray, Jamie Campbell Bower as Jace Wayland, Robert Sheehan as Simon Lewis, Kevin Zegers as Alec Lightwood, Jemima West as Isabelle Lightwood, and Lena Headey as Jocelyn Fray.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Atli Örvarsson, cinematography is by Geir Hartly Andreassen, and it was produced by Don Carmody and Robert Kulzer.
Is The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones worth watching?
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones holds an audience score of 6.4/10 from 4,682 ratings, a solidly received fantasy films.
At 2h 10m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy fantasy, action, and mystery, The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones
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Cast of The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones
Lily Collins
Clary Fray
Jamie Campbell Bower
Jace Wayland
Robert Sheehan
Simon Lewis
Kevin Zegers
Alec Lightwood
Jemima West
Isabelle Lightwood
Lena Headey
Jocelyn Fray
Aidan Turner
Luke Garroway
Jared Harris
Hodge Starkweather
Jonathan Rhys Meyers
Valentine
Kevin Durand
Pangborn
Harry Van Gorkum
Alaric
Godfrey Gao
Magnus Bane
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones in United States?
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones is streaming on Netflix, YouTube Free in United States.
▸Is The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones on Netflix?
Yes — The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones is currently available on Netflix in United States.
▸What language is The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones in?
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones?
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones runs 2 hours 10 minutes (130 minutes).
▸What is The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones rated?
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.4/10 audience score from 4,682 ratings.
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