Rainbow Kids (1991): cast, story & where to watch

1991 · Film · ★ 6.7

Rainbow Kids poster

Released in 1991, Rainbow Kids is a comedy and drama film directed by Kihachi Okamoto, running about 120 minutes.

What it’s about. A wealthy matriarch is kidnapped by a gang of three. She is insulted by the amount of money they propose to demand as ransom, and a strange interchange of roles takes place.

Who’s in it. Rainbow Kids stars Ken Ogata as Inspector Daigoro Igari, Tôru Kazama, Hiroshi Nishikawa and Shigeru Kōyama as Kunijiro Yanagawa, 1st son, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Rainbow Kids 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 Rainbow Kids page.

If you liked it. Fans of Rainbow Kids tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Rainbow Kids (1991)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rainbow Kids change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Rainbow Kids worth watching?
Rainbow Kids holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Rainbow Kids?
Rainbow Kids stars Ken Ogata, Tôru Kazama, Hiroshi Nishikawa, Shigeru Kōyama and Katsuyasu Uchida.
When was Rainbow Kids released?
Rainbow Kids was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.