Starship Troopers
Set in the future, the story follows a young soldier named Johnny Rico and his exploits in the Mobile Infantry. Rico's military career progresses from recruit to non-commissioned officer and finally to officer against the backdrop of an interstellar war between mankind and an arachnoid species known as "the Bugs."
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Streaming now in the United States on Netflix and YouTube TV.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex.
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Frequently asked questions about Starship Troopers
Where can I watch Starship Troopers in the United States?
Starship Troopers is available to stream on Netflix and YouTube TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Starship Troopers on Netflix?
Yes. Starship Troopers is streaming on Netflix in the United States, alongside YouTube TV.
Can I watch Starship Troopers for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Starship Troopers needs a subscription to Netflix and YouTube TV, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex.
What are the ratings for Starship Troopers?
Starship Troopers scores 7.1 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Starship Troopers?
Starship Troopers stars Casper Van Dien, Dina Meyer, Denise Richards, Jake Busey, and Neil Patrick Harris. Paul Verhoeven is the director.
How long is Starship Troopers?
Starship Troopers runs 2h 9m (129 minutes).
When did Starship Troopers come out?
Starship Troopers was released on November 7, 1997.
Which studio made Starship Troopers?
Starship Troopers was produced by TriStar Pictures, Touchstone Pictures, and Jon Davison Productions in the United States.
What was the budget for Starship Troopers?
Starship Troopers was made on a budget of $105,000,000.
How much did Starship Troopers make at the box office?
Starship Troopers grossed $121,214,377 worldwide, against a budget of $105,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.