Ran
乱
Shakespeare's King Lear is reimagined as a singular historical epic set in sixteenth-century Japan where an aging warlord divides his kingdom between his three sons.
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Streaming now in the United States on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels, BFI Player Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Plex, and Tubi TV.
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Frequently asked questions about Ran
Where can I watch Ran in the United States?
Ran is available to stream on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels, BFI Player Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Plex, and Tubi TV in the United States. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Ran for free?
Ran streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy, Plex, and Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Ran?
Ran scores 8.0 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Ran?
Ran stars Tatsuya Nakadai, Akira Terao, Jinpachi Nezu, Daisuke Ryū, and Mieko Harada. Akira Kurosawa is the director.
How long is Ran?
Ran runs 2h 40m (160 minutes).
When did Ran come out?
Ran was released on June 1, 1985.
Which studio made Ran?
Ran was produced by Nippon Herald Films, Greenwich Film Production, and Herald Ace in Japan and France.
What was the budget for Ran?
Ran was made on a budget of $12,000,000.
How much did Ran make at the box office?
Ran grossed $23,334,156 worldwide, against a budget of $12,000,000.
What language is Ran in?
Ran is in Japanese, and its original title is 乱.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.