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The City and the City

2018·Series·15·60 min·★ 5.9(48)

When the body of a foreign student is discovered in the streets of the down-at-heel city of Besźel, it’s just another day’s work for Inspector Tyador Borlú of the Extreme Crime Squad. But he uncovers evidence that the murdered girl came from Ul Qoma, a city that shares a dangerous and volatile relationship with Besźel, and this case will challenge everything Borlú holds dear.

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About The City and the City

The City and the City is a 2018 English-language drama, sci-fi & fantasy and crime series. The cast is led by Danny Webb, Lara Pulver, Mandeep Dhillon. It spans 1 season and 4 episodes and has concluded.

The City and the City was produced by Mammoth Screen and made in United Kingdom. It was first aired on April 6, 2018, and carries a 15 certification.

First aired
April 6, 2018
Last aired
April 27, 2018
Original language
English
Age rating
15
Status
Ended
Seasons
1 (4 episodes)
Network
BBC Two
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Mammoth Screen
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The City and the City cast & crew

The cast features Danny Webb as Major Syedr, Lara Pulver as Katrynia Borlú, Mandeep Dhillon as Constable Corwi, David Morrissey as Tyador Borlú, Ron Cook as Commissar Gadlem, and Maria Schrader as Senior Detective Dhatt.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Dominik Scherrer, cinematography is by Stephan Pehrsson, and it was produced by Damien Timmer and Robyn Slovo.

Is The City and the City worth watching?

With 1 season and 4 episodes, it's a quick, bingeable run.

If you enjoy drama, sci-fi & fantasy, and crime, The City and the City is worth a place on your watchlist.

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Cast of The City and the City

Danny Webb

Danny Webb

Major Syedr

Lara Pulver

Lara Pulver

Katrynia Borlú

Mandeep Dhillon

Mandeep Dhillon

Constable Corwi

David Morrissey

David Morrissey

Tyador Borlú

Ron Cook

Ron Cook

Commissar Gadlem

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Maria Schrader

Senior Detective Dhatt

Christian Camargo

Christian Camargo

Doctor Bowden

Paprika Steen

Paprika Steen

Professor Mona Ul-Nadi

Morfydd Clark

Morfydd Clark

Yolanda Stark

The City and the City — FAQs

▸Where can I watch The City and the City in India?

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▸Where can I watch The City and the City in the US?

In the US, The City and the City is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Britbox Apple TV channel, and BritBox.

▸Where can I watch The City and the City in the UK?

The City and the City isn't on subscription streaming in the UK, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

▸What language is The City and the City in?

The City and the City is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

▸How many seasons of The City and the City are there?

The City and the City has 1 season with 4 episodes in total.

▸What is The City and the City rated?

The City and the City is rated 15. It holds a 5.9/10 audience score from 48 ratings.

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