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: 6.567/10 (141 votes)
- Budget: $3,000,000
- Revenue: $285,112
- Production Companies: Miramax, Independent Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.2219
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Laura Dern
as Ruth Stoops
Swoosie Kurtz
as Diane Siegler
Kurtwood Smith
as Norm Stoney
Mary Kay Place
as Gail Stoney
Kelly Preston
as Rachel
M.C. Gainey
as Harlan
Kenneth Mars
as Dr. Charlie Rollins
David Graf
as Judge Richter
Kathleen Noone
as Nurse Pat
Tippi Hedren
as Jessica Weiss
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Trailers & Clips
Citizen Ruth Trailer
'Citizen Ruth' | Critics' Picks | The New York Times
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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 6.567/10 based on 141 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?▼
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