The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones
There is a world hidden within our own.
In New York City, Clary Fray, a seemingly ordinary teenager, learns that she is descended from a line of Shadowhunters — half-angel warriors who protect humanity from evil forces.After her mother disappears, Clary joins forces with a group of Shadowhunters and enters Downworld, an alternate realm filled with demons, vampires, and a host of other creatures.
- Worldwide
- $95M
Story overview
What It's About
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In New York City, Clary Fray, a seemingly ordinary teenager, learns that she is descended from a line of Shadowhunters — half-angel warriors who protect humanity from evil forces. After her mother disappears, Clary joins forces with a group of Shadowhunters and enters Downworld, an alternate realm filled with demons, vampires, and a host of other creatures. Clary and her companions must find and protect an ancient cup that holds the key to her mother's future.
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Box Office & Release
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones returned 1.6× its budget worldwide.
- Budget
- $60M
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- Worldwide gross
- $95M
- Release date
- Aug 21, 2013
- Runtime
- 2h 10m
- MPAA rating
- PG-13
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