Universal Citizen (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1987, Universal Citizen is a notable film directed by Peter Thompson, running about 21 minutes.
What it’s about. Universal Citizen is a multifaceted personal travelogue that brings us to a real Universal Hotel, in Guatemala, and to the same public square in Siena that appears at the beginning of Universal Hotel; at the center of the film are Thompson's off screen meetings with a Libyan Jew and former Dachau inmate who works as a smuggler in Guatemala and refuses to be photographed. (Jonathan Rosenbaum)
Who’s in it. Universal Citizen stars Peter Thompson as Narrator.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Universal Citizen has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Universal Citizen page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Universal Citizen (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Universal Citizen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Universal Citizen worth watching?
- Universal Citizen holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Universal Citizen?
- Universal Citizen stars Peter Thompson.
- When was Universal Citizen released?
- Universal Citizen was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 21 minutes.