Citizen Ruth
1996, English. Directed by Alexander Payne.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 159 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Citizen Ruth
Citizen Ruth isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Alexander PayneDirector
- Laura DernRuth Stoops
- Swoosie KurtzDiane Siegler
- Kurtwood SmithNorm Stoney
- Mary Kay PlaceGail Stoney
- Kelly PrestonRachel
- M.C. GaineyHarlan
- Kenneth MarsDr. Charlie Rollins
- David GrafJudge Richter
- Kathleen NooneNurse Pat
- Tippi HedrenJessica Weiss
- Burt ReynoldsBlaine Gibbons
- Lance RomeRuth's Lover
Details
- Released
- 21 November 1996
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Alexander Payne, Jim Taylor
- Budget
- $3M
- Box office
- $285K
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Citizen Ruth: quick answers
Is Citizen Ruth worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 159 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Citizen Ruth?
Citizen Ruth runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Does Citizen Ruth have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Citizen Ruth. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Citizen Ruth parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Citizen Ruth is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Citizen Ruth on?
Citizen Ruth isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Citizen Ruth?
If you liked Citizen Ruth, try Love Liza, The Positively True Adventures of the Alleged Texas Cheerleader-Murdering Mom, To Die For.
Who directed Citizen Ruth?
Citizen Ruth (1996) was directed by Alexander Payne and stars Laura Dern, Swoosie Kurtz, Kurtwood Smith.