Universal Soldier

1992·Movie
1h 43min·R
54
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.1Metacritic637.0Rotten Tomatoes34%47%

Where to watch

fuboTVMGM+PhiloParamount+

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Relentless energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Pulse-pounding and brutally violent

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline9
  • Violence9
  • Tension8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis5
  • Pathos4
  • Hopefulness4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Absurdist Humor2

World

War, the future, and technology

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6
  • Novelty6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Sound Centrality7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

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About

Almost human. Almost perfect. Almost under control.

An American soldier who had been killed during the Vietnam War is revived 25 years later by the military as a semi-android, UniSols, a high-tech soldier of the future. After the failure of the initiative to erase all the soldier's memories, he begins to experience flashbacks that are forcing him to recall his past.
Sci-Fi ActionMilitary ThrillerCyborg SoldiersExplosive Action SequencesGenetic EngineeringTechnological WarfareTestosterone-FueledMind ControlFlashbacksBrutal Combat

Crew

Directed by:
Roland Emmerich, Vic Armstrong, Michael Viglietta
Written by:
Dean Devlin, Christopher Leitch, Richard Rothstein
Produced by:
Mario Kassar, Penny Perry, Craig Baumgarten
Composed by:
Christopher Franke, Andy Malcolm, John P. Fasal

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Questions about Universal Soldier

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Universal Soldier legally?

fuboTVMGM+PhiloParamount+

Universal Soldier is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Philo, Paramount+, and MGM+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Universal Soldier worth watching?

54
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (IMDb 6.1, Rotten Tomatoes 34%, and Metacritic 63). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Universal Soldier rated?

RViolenceStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Universal Soldier?

1 h 43 min

Universal Soldier runs 1 h 43 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Universal Soldier?

Critics49
Audiences59

Not quite. Audiences rate Universal Soldier higher (59) than critics (49). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Universal Soldier a box office hit?

Budget$23 million
Box office$119 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $23 million to make and earned $119 million worldwide, 5.2 times its budget.

What language is Universal Soldier in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States, France.

In how many countries can I watch Universal Soldier?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Universal Soldier in 29 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Universal Soldier use?

Alternate ContinuityArtistic License – BiologyBig EaterBio-AugmentationCanon DiscontinuityClone ArmyCrapsack WorldCurb-Stomp BattleCybernetics Eat Your SoulThe DeterminatorRevenge of the SequelWe Can Rebuild Himand 31 more

TV Tropes lists 43 storytelling tropes for Universal Soldier, including Alternate Continuity, Artistic License – Biology, Big Eater.

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