Rice (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1957, Rice is a drama film directed by Tadashi Imai, running about 118 minutes.
What it’s about. A touching story depicting the harsh lives of farmers in Kasumigaura. An attempt to start a fishery business to revive an ailing farming community creates friction amongst the proud residents.
Who’s in it. Rice stars Shinjirô Ehara, Eijirō Tōno, Yūko Mochizuki and Masako Nakamura, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Rice 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 Rice page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rice tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rice (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rice change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rice worth watching?
- Rice holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rice?
- Rice stars Shinjirô Ehara, Eijirō Tōno, Yūko Mochizuki, Masako Nakamura and Izumi Hara.
- When was Rice released?
- Rice was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.