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City of Ember (2008)

Escape is the only option

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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.

Release Date
October 7, 2008
Runtime
1h 35m
Rating
6.4/10 (1880 votes)

Director: Gil Kenan

Cast: Saoirse Ronan, Harry Treadaway, Bill Murray, David Ryall, Tim Robbins, Mackenzie Crook, Marianne Jean-Baptiste, Mary Kay Place

Production: Playtone, Walden Media
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Budget
$55M
Revenue
$18M
Full Cast (26 people)

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CinemaSerf - 7/10

With the future of the planet in grave danger, some far-sighted builders decide that it’s best for humanity to build a subterranean city into which they can retreat. It’s got to be something self-sustaining as they are going to be down there for a couple of centuries. They do provide exit instructions, but over time they get lost and so nobody knows that maybe it’s time to resurface. Now, though, ...

February 20, 2025

City of Ember

City of Ember

Escape is the only option

Escape is the only option

6.4
95 min

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.

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StatusReleased
Original LanguageEnglish
Release Date10/7/2008
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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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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 a…

How long is City of Ember?

1h 35m

When was City of Ember released?

October 7, 2008

Who directed City of Ember?

Gil Kenan

Who stars in City of Ember?

Saoirse Ronan, Harry Treadaway, Bill Murray

What genre is City of Ember?

Adventure, Family, Fantasy

What is City of Ember rated?

PG