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The Rainbow

5.719891h 53mRMovieDramaRomance

Born to a rich landowner in the waning days of the Victorian era, Ursula Brangwen grows into a beautiful young woman full of imagination and ambition. The free-spirited Ursula begins to feel trapped by her prim surroundings, but her life…

DirectorKen Russell
WritersKen Russell·Vivian Russell
ProducersWilliam J. Quigley·Dan Ireland

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Cast · Directed by Ken Russell

SDSammi Davis
Sammi Davis
Ursula Brangwen
PMPaul McGann
Paul McGann
Anton Skrebensky
ADAmanda Donohoe
Amanda Donohoe
Winifred Inger
CG
Christopher Gable
Will Brangwen
DHDavid Hemmings
David Hemmings
Uncle Henry
GJGlenda Jackson
Glenda Jackson
Anna Brangwen
DSDudley Sutton
Dudley Sutton
MacAllister
JCJim Carter
Jim Carter
Mr. Harby
JP
Judith Paris
Miss Harby
KCKenneth Colley
Kenneth Colley
Mr. Brunt
GM
Glenda McKay
Gudrun Brangwen
MO
Mark Owen
Jim Richards

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The Rainbow — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Rainbow?

The Rainbow is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Tubi TV and Plex in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Rainbow on Netflix?

No, The Rainbow is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Tubi TV.

Is The Rainbow on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Rainbow is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of September 2026.

Where can I watch The Rainbow for free?

The Rainbow is available to stream free (with ads) on Tubi TV and Plex in Canada.