Where to watch Los Angeles Plays Itself (2004)
169 min★ 7.6Documentary, History
Yes — Los Angeles Plays Itself is free on Kanopy, which you get through most public libraries with a library card.
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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Los Angeles Plays Itself — common questions
- Can I watch Los Angeles Plays Itself for free?
- Yes. Los Angeles Plays Itself is streaming at no cost on Kanopy. These are licensed services — free because they run ads or are funded by public libraries, not because they are pirating anything.
- Is Los Angeles Plays Itself on Netflix?
- No. Los Angeles Plays Itself is not on Netflix here. The services that do carry it are listed above.
- How do I watch Los Angeles Plays Itself without paying anything?
- Through a library. Kanopy is free to use but signs you in with a library or university card, so you will need one — most public library systems in the US and UK include it at no charge.
- How long is Los Angeles Plays Itself?
- Los Angeles Plays Itself runs 169 minutes.
