Rice People (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1994, Rice People is a drama film directed by Rithy Panh, running about 125 minutes.
What it’s about. A poor, rural Cambodian family slowly disintegrates during the cycle of a single rice crop.
Who’s in it. Rice People stars Peng Phan as Yim Om, mother, Mom Soth as Yong Poeuv, father, Chhim Naline as Sakha, oldest daughter and Va Simorn as Sokhoeun, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Rice People 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 People page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rice People tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rice People (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rice People change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rice People worth watching?
- Rice People holds an audience score of 6.3 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 People?
- Rice People stars Peng Phan, Mom Soth, Chhim Naline, Va Simorn and Sophy Sodany.