Ramayana (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1942, Ramayana is a fantasy film directed by Hiroshi Shimizu, running about 17 minutes.
What it’s about. Ravana, while dancing with animals, kidnaps Sita from Rama, and returns to Lanka to hide as Lankapura burns.
Who’s in it. Ramayana stars Ryunosuke Kabayama as Ravana.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Ramayana has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ramayana page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ramayana tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ramayana (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ramayana change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ramayana worth watching?
- Ramayana holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Ramayana?
- Ramayana stars Ryunosuke Kabayama.
- When was Ramayana released?
- Ramayana was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 17 minutes.