The Rainmaker (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1976, The Rainmaker is a fantasy, adventure and family film directed by Ursula Schmenger, running about 67 minutes.
What it’s about. The Germanic pagan deity, The Rainmaker, has fallen asleep, causing widespread drought and poverty. A young couple, Andreas and Maren must trick an old goblin into leading them to the magic garden of The Rainmaker and wake her up.
Who’s in it. The Rainmaker stars Cox Habbema as Regentrude, Ingolf Gorges as Andrees, Brigitte Heinrich as Maren and Fred Delmare as Schäfer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Rainmaker 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 The Rainmaker page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Rainmaker 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 The Rainmaker (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Rainmaker change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Rainmaker worth watching?
- The Rainmaker holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, adventure and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Rainmaker?
- The Rainmaker stars Cox Habbema, Ingolf Gorges, Brigitte Heinrich, Fred Delmare and Helga Göring.
- When was The Rainmaker released?
- The Rainmaker was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.