21-87 (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 6.8

Released in 1963, 21-87 is a notable film directed by Arthur Lipsett.
What it’s about. "21-87 is a 1963 Canadian abstract film created by Arthur Lipsett that lasts 9 minutes and 33 seconds. The short film, produced by the National Film Board of Canada, is a collage of snippets from discarded footage found by Lipsett in the editing room of the National Film Board (where he was employed as an animator), combined with his own black and white 16mm footage which he shot on the streets of Montreal and New York City, among other locations."
Who’s in it. 21-87 stars Roman Kroitor as (Archive audio).
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, 21-87 has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 21-87 page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch 21-87 (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for 21-87 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is 21-87 worth watching?
- 21-87 holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in 21-87?
- 21-87 stars Roman Kroitor.
- When was 21-87 released?
- 21-87 was released in 1963.