Aspiring actress and jazz musician struggle in L.A. Blu-ray Digital HD Year 2016 Theatrical Release 2016-12-09 Video Release 2017-04-25 Studio Summit Entertainment Genre Comedy MPAA Rating PG-13 CARA some language Color Color Runtime 128 Animated Live-Action Full Synopsis LA LA LAND tells the story of Mia Emma Stone , an aspiring actress, and Sebastian Ryan Gosling , a dedicated jazz musician, who are struggling to make ends meet in a city known for crushing hopes and breaking hearts. Set in modern day Los Angeles, this original musical about everyday life explores the joy and pain of pursuing your dreams. Director Damien Chazelle Cast Damien Chazelle; Ryan Gosling; Emma Stone; J.K. Simmons; Rosemarie DeWitt; John Legend; Finn Wittrock; Sonoya Mizuno; Jason Fuchs; Jessica Rothe; Callie Hernandez