City Limits 1985
“On the border of adventure. At the edge of danger.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 86 minutes
- Director
- Aaron Lipstadt
- Networks
- Sho Films, Film Ventures International, Island Alive
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Plex, Amazon MX Player
What is City Limits?
City Limits is a 1985 post-apocalyptic action and science fiction film directed by Aaron Lipstadt, who co-wrote the story with James Reigle. The film was released in the United States on September 1, 1985, and has a runtime of one hour and twenty-six minutes with a PG-13 rating.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1985
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 86 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 1, 1985
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Sho Films, Film Ventures International, Island Alive
- Genres
- Action, Science Fiction
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 2.8/10 from 28 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~86 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Sho Films, Film Ventures International, Island Alive
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City Limits is a 1985 post-apocalyptic action and science fiction film directed by Aaron Lipstadt, who co-wrote the story with James Reigle. The film was released in the United States on September 1, 1985, and has a runtime of one hour and twenty-six minutes with a PG-13 rating. Set in a not-so-distant or near future, the story takes place after a mysterious plague kills almost every adult, leaving behind a world of orphans. Some fortunate individuals are raised by surviving adults, such as Lee, who is played by John Stockwell and taken in by Albert, played by James Earl Jones, on a remote farm. In this setting, a series of teenage gangs struggle against each other. Eventually, these teenage gangs unite against an evil corporation, which is represented by an evil chief executive officer named Robby Benson who wants to control everything.
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“A gripping exploration of action and science fiction that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is City Limits worth watching?
City Limits holds a community rating of 2.8/10 based on 28 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action, Science Fiction for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie City Limits and when was it released?
City Limits is a feature film with a runtime of 86 minutes. It was released in 1985. Release status: Released.
Who directed City Limits?
City Limits was directed by Aaron Lipstadt.
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