FeatureAnimation

The Trout That Stole the Rainbow (1982): cast, story & where to watch

1982 · Film · ★ 10

The Trout That Stole the Rainbow poster

Released in 1982, The Trout That Stole the Rainbow is an animation film directed by Eva Szasz, running about 8 minutes.

What it’s about. The vibrant images of this beautifully illustrated animation film will captivate all audiences, and will be particularly useful in the classroom to teachers of art and language arts. In this original fable the world loses its colours when a trout, obsessed by the beauty of the rainbow, steals it from the sky.

How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Trout That Stole the Rainbow sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

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

If you liked it. Fans of The Trout That Stole the Rainbow tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Trout That Stole the Rainbow (1982)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Trout That Stole the Rainbow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Trout That Stole the Rainbow worth watching?
The Trout That Stole the Rainbow holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
When was The Trout That Stole the Rainbow released?
The Trout That Stole the Rainbow was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 8 minutes.