Los Angeles Plays Itself
From its distinctive neighborhoods to its architectural homes, Los Angeles has been the backdrop to countless movies. In this dazzling work, Andersen takes viewers on a whirlwind tour through the metropolis' real and cinematic history, investigating the myriad stories and legends that have come to define it, and meticulously, judiciously revealing the real city that lives beneath.
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Streaming now in the United States on Kanopy.
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Where can I watch Los Angeles Plays Itself in the United States?
Los Angeles Plays Itself is available to stream on Kanopy in the United States, and to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Los Angeles Plays Itself for free?
Los Angeles Plays Itself streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Los Angeles Plays Itself?
Los Angeles Plays Itself scores 7.6 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Los Angeles Plays Itself?
Los Angeles Plays Itself stars Encke King. Thom Andersen is the director.
How long is Los Angeles Plays Itself?
Los Angeles Plays Itself runs 2h 49m (169 minutes).
When did Los Angeles Plays Itself come out?
Los Angeles Plays Itself was released on July 28, 2004.
Which studio made Los Angeles Plays Itself?
Los Angeles Plays Itself was produced by Thom Andersen Productions in the United States.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.