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Wicked City (1998): cast, story & where to watch

1998 · Film · ★ 4

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Released in 1998, Wicked City is a drama film directed by Richie Vetter, running about 91 minutes.

What it’s about. Sam's a 17-year-old small town girl who arrives in New York to study architecture with nothing but the pack on her back. Sam's entranced by the East Village, but soon finds herself out on the street with no cash or resources. She can't call her parents - they didn't want her to leave - and the grandmother who prepaid her first semester's tuition has died, so Sam's forced to fend for herself as best she can.

Who’s in it. Wicked City stars Victoria Spiro as Sam, Shane Vetter as Kyle, Karen Stanion as Lisa and Ryan Bland as Barney, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Wicked City has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wicked City page.

If you liked it. Fans of Wicked City tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Wicked City (1998)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wicked City change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Wicked City worth watching?
Wicked City holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Wicked City?
Wicked City stars Victoria Spiro, Shane Vetter, Karen Stanion, Ryan Bland and Jay Ecker.
When was Wicked City released?
Wicked City was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.