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Citizen Ruth

Citizen Ruth

Life, liberty, money and the pursuit of happiness. She's gotta have it.

"Citizen Ruth" is the story of Ruth Stoops, a woman who nobody even noticed -- until she got pregnant. Now, everyone wants a piece of her. The film is a comedy about one woman caught in the ultimate tug-of-war: a clash of wild, noisy, ridiculous people that rapidly dissolves into a media circus.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Citizen Ruth
  • Genres: Drama, Comedy
  • Release Date: 1996-11-21
  • Runtime: 104 minutes
  • Rating: 6.6/10 (135 votes)
  • Budget: $3,000,000
  • Revenue: $285,112
  • Production Companies: Miramax, Independent Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 4.3116
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Laura Dern

Laura Dern

as Ruth Stoops

Swoosie Kurtz

Swoosie Kurtz

as Diane Siegler

Kurtwood Smith

Kurtwood Smith

as Norm Stoney

Mary Kay Place

Mary Kay Place

as Gail Stoney

Kelly Preston

Kelly Preston

as Rachel

M.C. Gainey

M.C. Gainey

as Harlan

Kenneth Mars

Kenneth Mars

as Dr. Charlie Rollins

David Graf

David Graf

as Judge Richter

Kathleen Noone

Kathleen Noone

as Nurse Pat

Tippi Hedren

Tippi Hedren

as Jessica Weiss

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Citizen Ruth Trailer

'Citizen Ruth' | Critics' Picks | The New York Times

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Citizen Ruth?

Citizen Ruth is a Drama, Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 1996-11-21.

Who are the main actors in Citizen Ruth?

The main cast includes Laura Dern, Swoosie Kurtz, Kurtwood Smith, Mary Kay Place, Kelly Preston, .

Where can I watch Citizen Ruth online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Citizen Ruth is available.

Is Citizen Ruth based on a true story?

Life, liberty, money and the pursuit of happiness. She's gotta have it.

What is the IMDb rating of Citizen Ruth?

Citizen Ruth has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 135 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Citizen Ruth?

The movie had a production budget of $3,000,000 and earned $285,112 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Citizen Ruth?

The soundtrack was composed by Miramax, Independent Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Citizen Ruth filmed?

Citizen Ruth was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Citizen Ruth?

The total runtime of Citizen Ruth is 104 minutes.

Is Citizen Ruth suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Citizen Ruth?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Citizen Ruth.

Does Citizen Ruth have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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