Rain Boy (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1983, Rain Boy is a fantasy and animation film directed by Osamu Tezuka, running about 24 minutes.
What it’s about. A lonely kid who lives in the countryside meets a strange boy who has a ragged umbrella over his head and there is always rain pouring over him. The rain boy is dazzled by the other kid's boots and offers three wishes in exchange for them.
Who’s in it. Rain Boy stars Junko Hori as Rain Boy (voice), Satomi Majima as Mouta (voice), Daisuke Gori as Bancho (voice) and Ichiro Nagai as Azuki-arai (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Rain Boy 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 Rain Boy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rain Boy 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 Rain Boy (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rain Boy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rain Boy worth watching?
- Rain Boy holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Rain Boy?
- Rain Boy stars Junko Hori, Satomi Majima, Daisuke Gori, Ichiro Nagai and Kiyoshi Kawakubo.
- When was Rain Boy released?
- Rain Boy was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 24 minutes.