Ran (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Series · ★ 7.4

Released in 2005, Ran is a crime and drama series.
What it’s about. Five boys meet in their teens. This lays the foundation for a career in crime, driven on by the dream of the big heist. Police are becoming aware of them, but the biggest threat is proving to be their own friendship. "Ran" is a high-profile television drama for four episodes. It a mix of drama and action, which is about both spectacular robberies, and about friendship and affiliation. The dilemma the gang encounters is similar to what most of us experience: there comes a point in life where the roads separate, where you realize that you and your old friends have grown apart. This causes a bigger problems for these guys, as this break is not just a little sad and melancholy experience - it is also a threat to their life, their future and their identity.
Who’s in it. Ran stars Anders Baasmo Christiansen as Anders, Kyrre Hellum as Kristian, Edward Schultheiss as Max and Cato Skimten Storengen as Ole, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Ran 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 Ran page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ran tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Lucifer and Riverdale.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ran (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ran change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ran worth watching?
- Ran holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Ran?
- Ran stars Anders Baasmo Christiansen, Kyrre Hellum, Edward Schultheiss, Cato Skimten Storengen and Anna Katharina Haukeland.
- When was Ran released?
- Ran was released in 2005.
