The City and the City
When the body of a foreign student is discovered in the streets of the down-at-heel city of Besźel, it’s just another day’s work for Inspector Tyador Borlú of the Extreme Crime Squad. But he uncovers evidence that the murdered girl came from Ul Qoma, a city that shares a dangerous and volatile relationship with Besźel, and this case will challenge everything Borlú holds dear.
Where to stream The City and the City
Streaming now in the United States on Amazon Prime Video, BritBox, and Amazon MX Player.
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Frequently asked questions about The City and the City
Where can I watch The City and the City in the United States?
The City and the City is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, BritBox, and Amazon MX Player in the United States. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The City and the City on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. The City and the City is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside BritBox and Amazon MX Player.
Can I watch The City and the City for free?
The City and the City streams free with ads in the United States on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads and Amazon MX Player. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The City and the City?
The City and the City scores 5.9 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The City and the City?
The City and the City stars Danny Webb, Lara Pulver, Mandeep Dhillon, David Morrissey, and Ron Cook.
How many seasons of The City and the City are there?
The City and the City has 1 season and 4 episodes, and is ended.
How long does it take to watch all of The City and the City?
All 4 episodes of The City and the City add up to about 4 hours at roughly 60 minutes each. At two hours a night that is about 2 evenings; at four hours a day it takes about 1 days.
What network is The City and the City on?
The City and the City airs on BBC Two, and is produced by Mammoth Screen.
Ratings and 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 October 2026.