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Citizen Ruth

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

November 21, 1996 1h 44m 6.6/10 (143 votes)

Originally released in 1996. Citizen Ruth is a drama/comedy film. directed by Alexander Payne.

Starring Laura Dern, Swoosie Kurtz, and Kurtwood Smith

Synopsis

"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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 21, 1996 29 years ago
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Runtime 1h 44m 104 minutes total
User Rating 6.6/10 Good (143 votes)
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Budget $3M Production budget
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Box Office $285.1K 0.1x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$3,000,000
Revenue
$285,112

Production Companies

  • Miramax
  • Independent Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Citizen Ruth about?

"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 ultimat...

Who directed Citizen Ruth?

Citizen Ruth was directed by Alexander Payne.

How long is Citizen Ruth?

Citizen Ruth has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).

When was Citizen Ruth released?

Citizen Ruth was released on November 21, 1996 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Citizen Ruth?

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

Is Citizen Ruth worth watching?

Citizen Ruth has a user rating of 6.6/10 based on 143 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.