Mr. Rice's Secret (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2000, Mr. Rice's Secret is a drama and family film directed by Nicholas Kendall, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. A terminally-ill boy's life is saved when his deceased 400-year-old friend, "Mr. Rice", leads him on a treasure hunt to find a magical "Potion of Life".
Who’s in it. Mr. Rice's Secret stars David Bowie as Mr. William Rice, Teryl Rothery as Marylyn, Garwin Sanford as Stan and Zach Lipovsky as Funnel Head, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Mr. Rice's Secret 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 Mr. Rice's Secret page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mr. Rice's Secret tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mr. Rice's Secret (2000)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mr. Rice's Secret change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mr. Rice's Secret worth watching?
- Mr. Rice's Secret holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mr. Rice's Secret?
- Mr. Rice's Secret stars David Bowie, Teryl Rothery, Garwin Sanford, Zach Lipovsky and Jason Anderson.