The Rainbow Warrior (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1993, The Rainbow Warrior is a drama and tv movie film directed by Michael Tuchner, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. Peter Wilcox (Voight), as skipper of the 'Rainbow Warrior', a Greenpeace ship, docks in Auckland, July 1985, preparing for a protest against French nuclear testing in the south pacific. When a bomb rips open the vessel, killing a crew member, he must convince the police superintendent (Neill) that this is an act of terrorism. Determined not to allow outside forces to threaten their harbor, the police embark on a pursuit of the persons responsible. The events that follow nearly bring down an allied nation's government.
Who’s in it. The Rainbow Warrior stars Jon Voight as Peter Willcox, Sam Neill as Chief Inspector Alan Galbraith, Bruno Lawrence as Detective Sr. Sgt. Terry Batchelor and Kerry Fox as Andrea Joyce, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Rainbow Warrior has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Rainbow Warrior page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Rainbow Warrior tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Rainbow Warrior (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Rainbow Warrior change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Rainbow Warrior worth watching?
- The Rainbow Warrior holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Rainbow Warrior?
- The Rainbow Warrior stars Jon Voight, Sam Neill, Bruno Lawrence, Kerry Fox and John Callen.
- When was The Rainbow Warrior released?
- The Rainbow Warrior was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.