Series

City of Men

★ 7.1(34)20026 seasons

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Where to watch City of Men

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Good to know

Creator: Kátia Lund, Fernando Meirelles
Release date: 2002-10-15
Language: Portuguese
Seasons: 6
Episodes: 27
Network: TV Globo
Status: Ended

About City of Men

City of Men is a 2002 web series in the Drama genre, created by Kátia Lund and Fernando Meirelles, starring Douglas Silva, Darlan Cunha and Phellipe Haagensen. It spans 6 seasons and 27 episodes, and originally aired on TV Globo. It holds an average rating of 7.1/10 from 34 viewers. Below you can see where to watch City of Men in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Seasons (6)

Season 14 eps · 2002

Season 25 eps · 2003

Season 35 eps · 2004

Season 45 eps · 2005

Season 54 eps · 2017

Season 64 eps · 2018

Cast

Douglas Silva

Luís Cláudio Cunha (Acerola)

Darlan Cunha

Uólace da Silva (Laranjinha)

Phellipe Haagensen

Madrugadão

Jonathan Haagensen

Madrugadão

Roberta Rodrigues

Sheila Pereira (Poderosa)

Luan Pessoa

Davi Pereira da Silva

Carlos Eduardo Jay

Clayton Cunha de Souza

Thiago Martins

João Victor

Kikito Junqueira

Felipe (Favelado)

Themes & keywords

street gangfriendshipcrime bosspoverty

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch City of Men in South Africa?+

City of Men is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is City of Men on Netflix?+

City of Men is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How many seasons of City of Men are there?+

City of Men has 6 seasons and 27 episodes in total.

Who stars in City of Men?+

City of Men stars Douglas Silva, Darlan Cunha, Phellipe Haagensen, Jonathan Haagensen and Roberta Rodrigues.

When did City of Men come out?+

City of Men is a 2002 web series created by Kátia Lund and Fernando Meirelles.

What genre is City of Men?+

City of Men is Drama series.

Who created City of Men?+

City of Men was created by Kátia Lund and Fernando Meirelles.