Universe (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1960, Universe is a documentary film directed by Roman Kroitor, running about 29 minutes.
What it’s about. A triumph of film art, creating on the screen a vast, awe-inspiring picture of the universe as it would appear to a voyager through space, this film was among the sources used by Stanley Kubrick in his 2001: A Space Odyssey. Realistic animation takes you into far regions of space, beyond the reach of the strongest telescope, past Moon, Sun, and Milky Way into galaxies yet unfathomed.
Who’s in it. Universe stars Douglas Rain as Narrator and Donald MacRae as Himself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Universe has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Universe page.
If you liked it. Fans of Universe tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Universe (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Universe change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Universe worth watching?
- Universe holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Universe?
- Universe stars Douglas Rain and Donald MacRae.
- When was Universe released?
- Universe was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 29 minutes.