Universal Soldier

Universal Soldier

1972 · 94 min · ★ 6.7 · Drama, Action

A life-long mercenary commander and weapons expert is commissioned to train an army for an exiled African leader. But as his conscience finally catches up to him, he is seen as a threat to the powers behind the operation.

Directed by Cy Endfield · Written by Kevin Duggan

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