Rio (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2019, Rio is a drama film directed by Zhenia Kazankina, running about 23 minutes.
What it’s about. Polina lives and works in a small hotel in the northern border town. She and her friend Nadia dream of a different, paradise and exotic world. The girls almost never leave the empty immobilized hotel and live, performing their strange daily rituals in the hope that someday they will lead them to a miracle. Once a stranger arrives at the hotel.
Who’s in it. Rio stars Liza Yankovskaya as Paulina, Dasha Mureeva as Nadia and Stephen Thomas Ochsner as Stranger.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Rio 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 Rio page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rio tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rio (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rio change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rio worth watching?
- Rio holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rio?
- Rio stars Liza Yankovskaya, Dasha Mureeva and Stephen Thomas Ochsner.
- When was Rio released?
- Rio was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 23 minutes.