City of Men (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Series · ★ 7.1
Released in 2002, City of Men is a drama series.
What it’s about. The series is based on the award-winning Brazilian film City of God, which itself was nominated for Oscars in four categories, including Best Director for Fernando Meireles. Based on the story of two friends, Laranjinha and Acerola, who live adventurous and dangerous lives in a Rio de Janeiro slum, 'City of Men' brings into sharp relief the condition of children and adolescents in these areas, realistically yet with a dose of humor.
Who’s in it. City of Men stars Douglas Silva as Luís Cláudio Cunha (Acerola), Darlan Cunha as Uólace da Silva (Laranjinha), Phellipe Haagensen as Madrugadão and Jonathan Haagensen as Madrugadão, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, City of Men has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch City of Men page.
If you liked it. Fans of City of Men tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch City of Men (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for City of Men change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is City of Men worth watching?
- City of Men holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in City of Men?
- City of Men stars Douglas Silva, Darlan Cunha, Phellipe Haagensen, Jonathan Haagensen and Camila Monteiro.
- When was City of Men released?
- City of Men was released in 2002.