The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 2013, The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones is an action, fantasy and mystery film directed by Harald Zwart, running about 130 minutes. “You have been chosen” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In New York City, Clary Fray, a seemingly ordinary teenager, learns that she is descended from a line of Shadowhunters — half-angel warriors who protect humanity from evil forces. After her mother disappears, Clary joins forces with a group of Shadowhunters and enters Downworld, an alternate realm filled with demons, vampires, and a host of other creatures. Clary and her companions must find and protect an ancient cup that holds the key to her mother's future.
Who’s in it. The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones stars Lily Collins as Clary Fray, Kevin Zegers as Alec Lightwood, Jemima West as Isabelle Lightwood and Lena Headey as Jocelyn Fray, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $95.4M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (2013)?
- In US, The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones is available to stream on Netflix, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones worth watching?
- The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, fantasy and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones?
- The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones stars Lily Collins, Kevin Zegers, Jemima West, Lena Headey and Kevin Durand.
- When was The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones released?
- The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.