Rainbow Boys (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Film · ★ 7

Rainbow Boys poster

Released in 2008, Rainbow Boys is a drama and romance film directed by Azumi Konishi, running about 58 minutes.

What it’s about. The film tells the bittersweet love life of a group of young men who could not be more different from each other: Ryuji is a teenager passionate about rugby, Akira is a beautiful and popular kabuki actor, and Yutaro is the son of a yakuza leader. Their paths come across after they fall in love with the aspiring actor Makoto Hayakawa

Who’s in it. Rainbow Boys stars Watari Kouki as Hayakawa Makoto, Shuichi Yamauchi as Nikaido Akira, Yamazaki Toru as Kazou Mama and Tooru Yamasaki.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Rainbow Boys has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rainbow Boys page.

If you liked it. Fans of Rainbow Boys tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Rainbow Boys (2008)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rainbow Boys change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Rainbow Boys worth watching?
Rainbow Boys holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Rainbow Boys?
Rainbow Boys stars Watari Kouki, Shuichi Yamauchi, Yamazaki Toru and Tooru Yamasaki.
When was Rainbow Boys released?
Rainbow Boys was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.