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City of Joy (1992)

English drama film directed by Roland Joffé

Film facts

Runtime
2h 14m 134 min
Released
1992
Language
English

Runtime from public film data. Ratings are added as boards issue them.

City of Joy has a runtime of 2 hours 14 minutes (134 min). The English film released in 1992. It is directed by Roland Joffé and stars Patrick Swayze, Om Puri and Shabana Azmi.

Cast and crew

Cinematography
Peter Biziou
Written by
Joe Eszterhas
Produced by
Roland Joffé, Jake Eberts
Production
Allied Filmmakers
Distribution
TriStar Pictures, Netflix

Box office, awards and more

Based on
City of Joy
Set in
Kolkata, India
Filmed in
Pinewood Studios

Release and where to watch

In theatres
1992
On OTT
Netflix date not announced

Questions people ask

What is the runtime of City of Joy?

City of Joy has a runtime of 2 hours 14 minutes, or 134 min.

When did City of Joy release?

City of Joy released in 1992.

Who directed City of Joy?

City of Joy is directed by Roland Joffé.

Who is in the cast of City of Joy?

The cast of City of Joy includes Patrick Swayze, Om Puri, Shabana Azmi, Art Malik, Pauline Collins and Chakradhar Jena.

Where can I watch City of Joy online?

City of Joy streams on Netflix.

Is City of Joy based on a true story or a book?

City of Joy is based on City of Joy.

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