Lionsgate Limited lists La La Land (2016) at 128 minutes, or 2 hours and 8 minutes, in its standard theatrical cut. MediaStinger reports no story scene during or after the end credits, while listings cover standard, sing-along, home-video, and anniversary 4K versions.
The British Board of Film Classification describes it as a musical romance about a pianist and an actress in Los Angeles. Lionsgate Limited rates the presentation PG-13. The British Board of Film Classification advises infrequent strong language, including one use of "f**k" plus milder terms.
Table of Contents
- How long is the theatrical cut?
- Should you stay through the credits?
- What versions can you watch?
- Which runtime should you trust?
How long is the theatrical cut?
Lionsgate Limited lists 128 minutes for the film on its 10th Anniversary Collector's Edition page. The British Board of Film Classification timed the original 2D cinema version at 128m 9s in its La La Land classification entry.
The nine-second gap reflects rounding and measurement, not a different cut. The Board classified that cinema version on October 14, 2016, with Lionsgate UK as distributor. That entry covers the original 2D cinema cut.
Should you stay through the credits?
MediaStinger reports no stinger, extra scene, or post-credits teaser during or after the credits in its La La Land after-the-credits page. According to the same source, viewers miss no plot if they leave when credits begin.
The same source identifies the credit songs as "Credits" by Justin Hurwitz and "City of Stars (Humming)" by Emma Stone. The credits play music rather than extend the story. Stay if you want the final songs, or leave for parking and transit.
What versions can you watch?
The British Board of Film Classification also classified a "Sing Along" 2D cinema version at 127m 46s in 2017. Exhibitors offered that lyrics-captioned version alongside the standard cut. Choose it only if you want on-screen lyrics.
Why So Blu?, reporting Lionsgate's announcement, dates Digital HD to April 11, 2017. The same report dates 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack, Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD, and On Demand to April 25, 2017, through Summit Entertainment. Lionsgate Limited presents the 10th Anniversary edition as a 4K Ultra HD plus Blu-ray plus Digital Copy Digipak. It brings Dolby Vision for the first time and adds "Here's to the Fools Who Dream." That set suits viewers who want the newest transfer and extra.
- Standard 2D cinema: about 128 minutes
- Sing-along 2D cinema: 127m 46s with lyrics captions
- Home discs and digital: Digital HD, 4K, Blu-ray, DVD, and On Demand
- Anniversary set: 4K Ultra HD plus Blu-ray plus Digital Copy with Dolby Vision
Which runtime should you trust?
Listed runtimes shift with format and measurement. The British Board of Film Classification shows about 122m 30s for 2017 home entertainment, against about 128m for cinema. Use 128 minutes when you plan a theater visit.
Specify theatrical runtime when you compare listings. Confirm whether your screening is standard or sing-along before you buy. Arrive early enough for ads and trailers.