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Mortal Engines 2018

★ 6.25,049 votes128 min📅 2018-11-27

"Some scars never heal"

In a distant future where Earth's cities have become colossal, roaming juggernauts, survival hinges on one brutal rule: consume or be consumed.

Director: Christian Rivers

Cast

Hera Hilmar
Hera Hilmar
Hester Shaw
Robert Sheehan
Robert Sheehan
Tom Natsworthy
Hugo Weaving
Hugo Weaving
Thaddeus Valentine
Jihae
Jihae
Anna Fang
Ronan Raftery
Ronan Raftery
Bevis Pod
Leila George
Leila George
Katherine Valentine
Patrick Malahide
Patrick Malahide
Magnus Crome
Stephen Lang
Stephen Lang
Shrike
Colin Salmon
Colin Salmon
Chudleigh Pomeroy
Mark Mitchinson
Mark Mitchinson
Vambrace

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mortal Engines (2018) about?

*Mortal Engines* follows Tom Natsworthy, an apprentice historian on the massive traction city London, whose orderly life is upended when he meets Hester Shaw, a fierce outsider with a vendetta. Their fates intertwine as London's leaders grapple with an existential threat, forcing Tom to question everything he believes about survival and humanity.

Who directed Mortal Engines?

Christian Rivers, known for his visual effects work on films like *The Lord of the Rings*, makes his directorial debut with *Mortal Engines*.

Who stars in Mortal Engines?

The film features Hera Hilmar as Hester Shaw, Robert Sheehan as Tom Natsworthy, Hugo Weaving as the calculating Thaddeus Valentine, and Jihae as Anna Fang.

Is Mortal Engines (2018) worth watching?

*Mortal Engines* delivers a visually stunning, action-packed adventure with strong themes and a compelling cast. While it may not have a widely known IMDb rating, its blend of sci-fi spectacle and moral dilemmas makes it a solid choice for fans of post-apocalyptic stories and epic world-building.

How long is Mortal Engines?

The film runs for 128 minutes, offering ample time to dive into its sprawling, immersive world.

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About Mortal Engines (2018) — A Post-Apocalyptic Thriller Where Cities Roam and Destiny Awaits

In a distant future where Earth's cities have become colossal, roaming juggernauts, survival hinges on one brutal rule: consume or be consumed. *Mortal Engines (2018)*, directed by Christian Rivers, plunges viewers into this high-stakes, post-apocalyptic world where massive traction cities lumber across the globe, stripping the planet of resources in a desperate fight for dominance. The story follows Tom Natsworthy, a young engineer on the once-great London, whose life takes a dramatic turn after an encounter with a mysterious outsider from the desolate wastelands. What unfolds is a thrilling adventure steeped in sharp social commentary, exploring power, redemption, and the cost of humanity's relentless hunger for survival.

Helmed by Academy Award-winning visual effects artist turned director Christian Rivers, *Mortal Engines* blends heart-pounding action with rich world-building and thought-provoking themes. Starring Hera Hilmar as the resilient outsider and Robert Sheehan as Tom, the film balances emotional depth with explosive set pieces, all set against a visually stunning wasteland backdrop. With its mix of science-fiction spectacle and human drama, this is a movie that lingers long after the credits roll.