Rain of the Children (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2008, Rain of the Children is a drama and documentary film directed by Vincent Ward, running about 98 minutes. “Some secrets are kept forever...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In Rain of the Children, Ward further explores the subject of his earlier film, In Spring One Plants Alone when, as a young film student he travelled to the Ureweras and documented the lives of an elderly Māori woman (Puhi) and her schizophrenic son (Niki).
Who’s in it. Rain of the Children stars Rena Owen as Puhi, Temuera Morrison as Rua and Taungaroa Emile as Toko.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Rain of the Children 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 Rain of the Children page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rain of the Children tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rain of the Children (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rain of the Children change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rain of the Children worth watching?
- Rain of the Children holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rain of the Children?
- Rain of the Children stars Rena Owen, Temuera Morrison and Taungaroa Emile.
- When was Rain of the Children released?
- Rain of the Children was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.