

Across the Universe
2007, English. Directed by Julie Taymor.
All you need is love.
When young dockworker Jude leaves Liverpool to find his estranged father in the United States, he is swept up by the waves of change that are re-shaping the nation. Jude falls in love with Lucy, who joins the growing anti-war movement. As the body count in Vietnam rises, political tensions at home spiral out of control and the star-crossed lovers find themselves in a psychedelic world gone mad.
- Runtime
- 2h 13m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Worth the Hype
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7.1/10 from 1,495 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Across the Universe
Across the Universe is streaming on Sony Liv in India.
Availability in India as of 11 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Julie TaymorDirector
- Evan Rachel WoodLucy Carrigan
- Jim SturgessJude
- Joe AndersonMax Carrigan
- Dana FuchsSadie
- Martin LutherJo-Jo
- T.V. CarpioPrudence
- Spencer LiffDaniel
- Lisa Dwyer HoggMolly
- Nicholas LumleyCyril
- Michael RyanPhil
- Angela MounseyMartha Feeny (Jude's Mother)
- Robert ClohessyWesley "Wes" Huber (Jude's Father)
Details
- Released
- 14 September 2007
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Dick Clement, Ian La Frenais
- Budget
- $45M
- Box office
- $30M
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Across the Universe: quick answers
Is Across the Universe worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 1,495 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Across the Universe?
Across the Universe runs 133 minutes (2h 13m).
Does Across the Universe have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Across the Universe. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Across the Universe parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Across the Universe is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Across the Universe on?
Across the Universe is streaming on Sony Liv in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Across the Universe?
If you liked Across the Universe, try The History of Love, West Side Story, Love Everlasting.
Who directed Across the Universe?
Across the Universe (2007) was directed by Julie Taymor and stars Evan Rachel Wood, Jim Sturgess, Joe Anderson.