Rise Up (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2009, Rise Up is a drama and romance film directed by Ryô Nakajima, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. One year ago, Rui (Rio Yamashita) lost her eyesight after a hit & run accident. She's still traumatized by the accident and has yet to undergo rehab treatment. She then meets a young man named Wataru (Kento Hayashi) who is fascinated by paragliding. Rui slowly comes out her shell and finds a way to rise up again with the help of Wataru. Unfortunately, reality can sometimes be cruel. Can Rui and Wataru face each other again after facing this cruel truth?
Who’s in it. Rise Up stars Taiga Nakano as Yuya Kaji, Kento Hayashi as Ko Tsuyazaki, Yasuhito Shimao as Shiobu Ogasawara and Rio Yamashita as Louis Yanagisawa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Rise Up has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rise Up page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rise Up tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rise Up (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rise Up change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rise Up worth watching?
- Rise Up holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rise Up?
- Rise Up stars Taiga Nakano, Kento Hayashi, Yasuhito Shimao, Rio Yamashita and Munetaka Aoki.