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Citizen X

7.219951h 45mRMovieCrimeDramaTV Movie

Based on the true story of a Russian serial killer who, over many years, claimed victim to over 50 people. His victims were mostly under the age of 17. In what was then a communists state, the police investigations were hampered by…

DirectorChris Gerolmo
WriterChris Gerolmo
ProducersLaura Bickford·Matthew Chapman

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Chris Gerolmo

SRStephen Rea
Stephen Rea
Lt. Viktor Burakov
DSDonald Sutherland
Donald Sutherland
Col. Mikhail Fetisov
MSMax von Sydow
Max von Sydow
Dr. Alexandr Bukhanovsky
JDJeffrey DeMunn
Jeffrey DeMunn
Andrei Chikatilo
JAJoss Ackland
Joss Ackland
Bondarchuk
JWJohn Wood
John Wood
Gorbunov
RA
Radu Amzulescu
Federenko
ISImelda Staunton
Imelda Staunton
Mrs. Burakov
ABAndrás Bálint
András Bálint
Ignatiev
GBGéza Balkay
Géza Balkay
Procurator
LB
László Váradi Balogh
Peasant
ZB
Zsolt Biro
Older Gay Man

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Citizen X — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Citizen X?

Citizen X is streaming on HBO Max in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Citizen X on Netflix?

No, Citizen X is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026. It's currently on HBO Max.

Is Citizen X on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Citizen X isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on HBO Max instead.

Where can I watch Citizen X for free?

Citizen X is available on HBO Max in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Citizen X based on a true story?

Yes — Citizen X is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).