Universal Soldier
Synopsis
A life-long mercenary commander and weapons expert is commissioned to train an army for an exiled African leader. But as his conscience finally catches up to him, he is seen as a threat to the powers behind the operation.
Top Cast
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George Lazenby
Ryker
Ben Carruthers
Jesse
Rudolph Walker
Mbote
Cy Endfield
Derek Bowden
Germaine Greer
Clara Bowden
Alan Barnes
Temple Smith
Robin Hunter
Bradshaw
Ronan O'Rahilly
Gered
Guy Deghy
Timmerman
Edward Judd
Rawlings
Kevin Duggan
Hippie
John Keston
Customs Officer
Michael Sheard
Customs Officer
Charles Owour
Mbote's Aide
Martin Wyldeck
Wilson
Ronald Leigh-Hunt
St George
Anthony Newlands
Petrakis
Reg Peters
Venezelous
Release History & Theatrical Window
National Film Theatre, London
Festival / Special Debut
January 1, 1982
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Cy Endfield
- Screenplay & Story
- Kevin Duggan, Cy Endfield
- Original Score
- Phillip Goodhand-Tait
- Original Title
- Universal Soldier
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Cy Endfield
Kevin Duggan, Cy Endfield
Phillip Goodhand-Tait
Tony Imi
Donald Factor, Frederick Schwartz
Department Leadership Roster
Kevin Duggan
Writer
Donald Factor
Producer
Cy Endfield
Writer
Cy Endfield
Director
Frederick Schwartz
Producer
Tony Imi
Director of Photography
Phillip Goodhand-Tait
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Universal Soldier
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Universal Soldier about?
A life-long mercenary commander and weapons expert is commissioned to train an army for an exiled African leader. But as his conscience finally catches up to him, he is seen as a threat to the powers behind the operation.
Who directed Universal Soldier?
Universal Soldier was directed by Cy Endfield.
Who stars in Universal Soldier?
The principal cast of Universal Soldier includes George Lazenby, Ben Carruthers, Rudolph Walker, Cy Endfield, Germaine Greer.
When was Universal Soldier released and how long is it?
Universal Soldier was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Universal Soldier?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Universal Soldier was composed by Phillip Goodhand-Tait.