Francis Ford Coppola’s passion project, Megalopolis, has been a long time coming. But for fans of the legendary director and sci-fi enthusiasts alike, the wait is nearing its end.
With all the hype and buzz that we have been hearing about regarding the release of Megalopolis, it isn’t surprising that most of the fans are now curious to know about it and its eventual release. At this point, there seems to be no official confirmation yet.
To give you a bit more idea about Megalopolis and its eventual release, we have scoured all the relevant information.
When is Megalopolis Releasing?
We still don’t have any official information related to the release date of Megalopolis, so it looks like the wait will be slightly longer than we initially anticipated.
All signs point to Megalopolis gracing the silver screen sometime in late 2024. In January 2024, Coppola himself hinted at a release within the year, keeping fans optimistic. With filming completed in March 2023, the post-production process is likely nearing its final stages, further solidifying a 2024 release window.
We’d have to wait for further news from the official networks and the associated cast and crew before we can reach conclusions and determine what’s next for the show. There has been a lot of buzz surrounding the movie’s eventual release but we’d recommend that you take all of that information with a grain of salt.
What can we expect from Megalopolis?
Megalopolis promises to be a visually stunning and thought-provoking sci-fi epic. Coppola has remained tight-lipped about specific plot details, but glimpses and interviews offer some exciting clues.
The film centers around an architect with an ambitious plan – to rebuild a devastated New York City as a utopian metropolis. This “New Rome” serves as the backdrop for the story, likely showcasing a futuristic cityscape unlike anything seen before.
While firmly rooted in science fiction, Megalopolis is described as a genre-bender. Coppola himself has teased a “love story” aspect, suggesting the film will explore themes beyond technology and urban planning. References to “Julius Caesar meets Blade Runner” hint at a blend of historical drama, political intrigue, and the neo-noir style popularized in Blade Runner.
Having dreamt of Megalopolis for over 40 years, Coppola is pouring his heart and soul into the project. He self-financed the film, granting him complete creative control.
This passion project is likely to be a unique cinematic experience, reflecting Coppola’s vision of the future and society.
To be honest, there’s a lot that will be left unsaid at this point unless we get to witness the movie by ourselves. It would be interesting to see how things unfold along the way.
Who is going to be cast in Megalopolis?
There seems to be an official cast list available for Megalopolis and there are other cast members rumored to be added. The current cast would include:
- Nathalie Emmanuel as Julia Cicero
- Adam Driver as Caesar
- Forest Whitaker as Frank Cicero
- Jon Voight
- Laurence Fishburne
- Aubrey Plaza
- Jason Schwartzman
- Shia LaBeouf
- Talia Shire
- Grace VanderWaal
