Hotel Rwanda
Inspired by true events, this film takes place in Rwanda in the 1990s when more than a million Tutsis were killed in a genocide that went mostly unnoticed by the rest of the world. Hotel owner Paul Rusesabagina houses over a thousand refuges in his hotel in attempt to save their lives.
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Streaming now in the United States on Kanopy, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, Fandango at Home Free, and YouTube Free.
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Frequently asked questions about Hotel Rwanda
Where can I watch Hotel Rwanda in the United States?
Hotel Rwanda is available to stream on Kanopy, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, Fandango at Home Free, 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 Hotel Rwanda for free?
Hotel Rwanda streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, and Fandango at Home Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Hotel Rwanda?
Hotel Rwanda scores 7.7 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Hotel Rwanda?
Hotel Rwanda stars Don Cheadle, Sophie Okonedo, Nick Nolte, Fana Mokoena, and Desmond Dube. Terry George is the director.
How long is Hotel Rwanda?
Hotel Rwanda runs 2h 2m (122 minutes).
When did Hotel Rwanda come out?
Hotel Rwanda was released on December 22, 2004.
Which studio made Hotel Rwanda?
Hotel Rwanda was produced by United Artists, Miracle Pictures, and Seamus Productions in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Italy.
What was the budget for Hotel Rwanda?
Hotel Rwanda was made on a budget of $17,500,000.
How much did Hotel Rwanda make at the box office?
Hotel Rwanda grossed $38,000,000 worldwide, against a budget of $17,500,000.
What languages is Hotel Rwanda in?
Hotel Rwanda is in English and French, and its original language is English.
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.