
Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets(2017)
“A universe without boundaries needs heroes without limits.”
Overview
In the 28th century, Valerian and Laureline are special operatives charged with keeping order throughout the human territories. On assignment from the Minister of Defense, the two undertake a mission to Alpha, an ever-expanding metropolis where species from across the universe have converged over centuries to share knowledge, intelligence, and cultures. At the center of Alpha is a mysterious dark force which threatens the peaceful existence of the City of a Thousand Planets, and Valerian and Laureline must race to identify the menace and safeguard not just Alpha, but the future of the universe.
Director
Luc Besson
Studio
Belga Films
Budget
$177M
Revenue
$226M
Cast

Dane DeHaan
as Valerian

Cara Delevingne
as Laureline

Clive Owen
as Commander Arün Filitt

Rihanna
as Bubble

Ethan Hawke
as Jolly the Pimp

Herbie Hancock
as Defence Minister

Kris Wu
as Sergeant Neza

Rutger Hauer
as President of the World State Federation

John Goodman
as Igon Siruss (voice)

Elizabeth Debicki
as Emperor Haban-Limaï (voice)

Sam Spruell
as General Okto Bar

Ola Rapace
as Major Gibson
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2017
Runtime
2h 17m
Language
French
Rating
6.6 / 10
Budget
$177M
Box Office
$226M
Production Companies
Belga Films • River Road Entertainment • Grive Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets about?▼
In the 28th century, Valerian and Laureline are special operatives charged with keeping order throughout the human territories. On assignment from the Minister of Defense, the two undertake a mission to Alpha, an ever-expanding metropolis where species from across the universe have converged over centuries to share knowledge, intelligence, and cultures. At the center of Alpha is a mysterious dark force which threatens the peaceful existence of the City of a Thousand Planets, and Valerian and Laureline must race to identify the menace and safeguard not just Alpha, but the future of the universe.
Who directed Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets?▼
Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets was directed by Luc Besson and released in 2017. It is a adventure, science fiction, action film.
How long is Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets?▼
Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets has a runtime of 2 hours and 17 minutes (137 minutes total).
Who stars in Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets?▼
The cast of Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets includes Dane DeHaan as Valerian, Cara Delevingne as Laureline, Clive Owen as Commander Arün Filitt, Rihanna as Bubble, Ethan Hawke as Jolly the Pimp and more.
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