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Rainbow Cape

8.019991h 55mMovieDrama

In postwar Japan, a quiet housewife and an aging poet fall into a scandalous love that costs them everything — family, reputation, and comfort — yet neither is willing to let go.

DirectorMasahiko Okumura
WriterTsutomu Nakamura
ProducersHiroaki Fujii·Shinji Nakagawa

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Cast · Directed by Masahiko Okumura

RMRentaro Mikuni
Rentaro Mikuni
MHMieko Harada
Mieko Harada
YHYuriko Hoshi
Yuriko Hoshi
SKShigeru Kōyama
Shigeru Kōyama
KMKyōko Mitsubayashi
Kyōko Mitsubayashi
YNYuri Nakae
Yuri Nakae

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Rainbow Cape — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Rainbow Cape?

Rainbow Cape isn't streaming anywhere in United Kingdom yet.

Is Rainbow Cape on Netflix?

No, Rainbow Cape is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026.

Is Rainbow Cape on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Rainbow Cape isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now.

Where can I watch Rainbow Cape for free?

Rainbow Cape isn't streaming in United Kingdom yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Rainbow Cape?

Rainbow Cape hasn't started streaming in United Kingdom yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around May 22, 1999. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.