The Painted Desert (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film
Released in 1994, The Painted Desert is a drama and western film directed by Masato Harada, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. In the middle of the desert, a solipsistic Japanese-American woman, along with her elderly and paralysed friend Barbara, runs the Desert Rose Cafe. Things liven up with the arrival of a mafia henchman (whose boss is hiding out at a nearby ranch), a battered Japanse man (who turns out to be a terrific chef, but who also triggers Barbara's memories of internment during WWII), and an attack on the mob boss' camp.
Who’s in it. The Painted Desert stars James Gammon as Al, Nobu McCarthy as Sari Hatano, Kazuya Kimura as Jiro and Priscilla Pointer as Barbara, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Painted Desert page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Painted Desert tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Painted Desert (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Painted Desert change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Painted Desert?
- The Painted Desert stars James Gammon, Nobu McCarthy, Kazuya Kimura, Priscilla Pointer and Don Keith Opper.
- When was The Painted Desert released?
- The Painted Desert was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.