Universal Soldier Movies: Original Timeline

1992 - 19992 Films3h 5m3.4 Average

This watch order follows the original theatrical continuity from the 1990s, pairing the classic Universal Soldier with its direct sequel The Return. This timeline focuses on the earlier, more traditional action-oriented approach to the franchise.

While The Return was later ignored by subsequent films, this order provides the complete original vision before the series underwent its major reboot and tonal shift.

There are 2 other watch orders available – see the links up above.

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Universal Soldier

19921h 43m3.5
Director: Roland Emmerich
Cast: Jean-Claude Van Damme, Dolph Lundgren, Ally Walker, Ed O'Ross, Ralf Moeller

A Vietnam War soldier killed in combat is revived 25 years later as part of a military program that creates super-soldiers with android enhancements. When his memory erasure fails, he begins experiencing flashbacks that threaten the entire operation.

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Universal Soldier: The Return poster

Universal Soldier: The Return

19991h 22m3.2
Director: Mic Rodgers
Cast: Jean-Claude Van Damme, Kiana Tom, Bill Goldberg, Michael Jai White, Heidi Schanz

Former Universal Soldier Luc Deveraux must battle SETH, a supercomputer-controlled warrior seeking revenge against its creators. In this man-versus-machine conflict, Luc faces off against a team of deadly perfect soldiers to prevent catastrophic destruction.

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