City of Ember(2008)
“Escape is the only option”
Overview
For generations, the people of the City of Ember have flourished in an amazing world of glittering lights. But Ember's once powerful generator is failing and the great lamps that illuminate the city are starting to flicker. Now, two teenagers, in a race against time, must search Ember for clues that will unlock the ancient mystery of the city's existence, before the the lights go out forever.
Director
Gil Kenan
Studio
Playtone
Budget
$55M
Revenue
$18M
Cast
Saoirse Ronan
as Lina Mayfleet
Harry Treadaway
as Doon Harrow
Bill Murray
as Mayor Cole
David Ryall
as Chief Builder
Tim Robbins
as Loris Harrow
Mackenzie Crook
as Looper
Marianne Jean-Baptiste
as Clary
Mary Kay Place
as Mrs. Murdo
Toby Jones
as Barton Snode
Lucinda Dryzek
as Lizzie Bisco
Martin Landau
as Sul
Ian McElhinney
as Builder
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2008
Runtime
1h 35m
Language
English
Rating
6.4 / 10
Budget
$55M
Box Office
$18M
Production Companies
Playtone • Walden Media
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What is City of Ember about?▼
For generations, the people of the City of Ember have flourished in an amazing world of glittering lights. But Ember's once powerful generator is failing and the great lamps that illuminate the city are starting to flicker. Now, two teenagers, in a race against time, must search Ember for clues that will unlock the ancient mystery of the city's existence, before the the lights go out forever.
Who directed City of Ember?▼
City of Ember was directed by Gil Kenan and released in 2008. It is a adventure, family, fantasy film.
How long is City of Ember?▼
City of Ember has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
Who stars in City of Ember?▼
The cast of City of Ember includes Saoirse Ronan as Lina Mayfleet, Harry Treadaway as Doon Harrow, Bill Murray as Mayor Cole, David Ryall as Chief Builder, Tim Robbins as Loris Harrow and more.
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