Rise (2022): cast, story & where to watch
2022 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 2022, Rise is a drama film directed by Akin Omotoso, running about 113 minutes. “A king will come from across the sea.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After emigrating to Greece from Nigeria, Vera and Charles Antetokounmpo struggled to survive and provide for their five children, while living under the daily threat of deportation. Desperate to obtain Greek citizenship but undermined by a system that blocked them at every turn, the family's vision, determination and faith lifted them out of obscurity to launch the careers of three NBA champions.
Who’s in it. Rise stars Uche Agada as Giannis Antetokounmpo, Dayo Okeniyi as Charles Antetokounmpo, Yetide Badaki as Veronica Antetokounmpo and Ral Agada as Thanasis Antetokounmpo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, Rise has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Disney Plus. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rise page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rise tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rise (2022)?
- In US, Rise is available to stream on Disney Plus. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Rise worth watching?
- Rise holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Rise?
- Rise stars Uche Agada, Dayo Okeniyi, Yetide Badaki, Ral Agada and Jaden Osimuwa.
- When was Rise released?
- Rise was released in 2022, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.