Universal Squadrons (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 4.1
Released in 2011, Universal Squadrons is an action and thriller film directed by Mark Millhone, running about 90 minutes. “War is not a Game” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Captain Lance Deakin has returned home after serving his country in Iraq. In his civilian life, he is a Texan ranch handler who lives with his partner, Becca. Deakin tries to get back into his simple way of life but strange images, memories and flashbacks of the war keep coming back to him.
Who’s in it. Universal Squadrons stars Riley Smith as Lance, Willa Ford as Becca, Marshall R. Teague and Christian Kane as Peacemaker, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.1/10, Universal Squadrons has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Universal Squadrons page.
If you liked it. Fans of Universal Squadrons tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Universal Squadrons (2011)?
- In US, Universal Squadrons is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Universal Squadrons worth watching?
- Universal Squadrons holds an audience score of 4.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Universal Squadrons?
- Universal Squadrons stars Riley Smith, Willa Ford, Marshall R. Teague, Christian Kane and Barry Corbin.
- When was Universal Squadrons released?
- Universal Squadrons was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.