Rouge (1984): cast, story & where to watch

1984 · Film · ★ 5.7

Rouge poster

Released in 1984, Rouge is a thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Hiroyuki Nasu, running about 95 minutes.

What it’s about. A photographer for a weekly magazine becomes obsessed with Nami, a woman he first saw getting brutally raped in an underground porn video. After tracking her down, he begins an affair with her, initially unaware that she is also in an abusive relationship with Muraki, the man responsible for the video that started it all.

Who’s in it. Rouge stars Emi Shindo as Yoko Maeno (土屋名美), Yuki Kitazume as Tsutomu Kikuchi(菊池勉), Kazuyo Matsui as Meika(明香) and Yuki Tokutake as Kaori Kikuchi(菊池香織), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Rouge 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 Rouge page.

If you liked it. Fans of Rouge tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Rouge (1984)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rouge change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Rouge worth watching?
Rouge holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Rouge?
Rouge stars Emi Shindo, Yuki Kitazume, Kazuyo Matsui, Yuki Tokutake and Nobutaka Masutomi.
When was Rouge released?
Rouge was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.