The Rainmaker
Fresh out of law school and desperate for work, idealistic rookie Rudy Baylor takes on a powerful insurance company accused of denying a dying boy’s claim. Teaming up with a scrappy, unlicensed paralegal, he finds himself in a David-versus-Goliath courtroom battle that tests his ethics, courage, and belief in justice.
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Frequently asked questions about The Rainmaker
Where can I watch The Rainmaker in the United States?
The Rainmaker is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM Plus, Philo, and YouTube Free in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Rainmaker for free?
The Rainmaker streams free with ads in the United States on YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Rainmaker?
The Rainmaker scores 7.0 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Rainmaker?
The Rainmaker stars Matt Damon, Claire Danes, Danny DeVito, Jon Voight, and Mary Kay Place. Francis Ford Coppola is the director.
How long is The Rainmaker?
The Rainmaker runs 2h 15m (135 minutes).
When did The Rainmaker come out?
The Rainmaker was released on November 18, 1997.
Which studio made The Rainmaker?
The Rainmaker was produced by Douglas/Reuther Productions, American Zoetrope, and Constellation Films in the United States.
What was the budget for The Rainmaker?
The Rainmaker was made on a budget of $40,000,000.
How much did The Rainmaker make at the box office?
The Rainmaker grossed $45,916,769 worldwide, against a budget of $40,000,000.
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.