Rings (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 2005, Rings is a thriller and horror film directed by Jonathan Liebesman, running about 16 minutes. “The circle of fear is growing.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Some time after the events of The Ring, a subculture of people voluntarily watch Samara Morgan's video and wait to see how close to the seven-day deadline they can get before showing it to the next person. They record everything they see and share their experiences on a secret website dedicated to the videotape. No one has ever recorded a day seven.
Who’s in it. Rings stars Ryan Merriman as Jake, Emily VanCamp as Emily, Kelly Stables as Samara and Alexandra Breckenridge as Vanessa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Rings 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 Rings page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rings tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rings (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rings change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rings worth watching?
- Rings holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rings?
- Rings stars Ryan Merriman, Emily VanCamp, Kelly Stables, Alexandra Breckenridge and Josh Wise.
- When was Rings released?
- Rings was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 16 minutes.