Ring (1998)
Ring is streaming in Japan on Hulu, U-NEXT, KADOKAWA channel Amazon Channel.
The verdict
Ring earns its keep as a steady Japanese film that knows its audience. It's sitting at 7.1/10 on TMDB across 1,740 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. At a brisk 96 minutes, it slots easily into a weeknight. In Japan you can stream it on Hulu, U-NEXT, KADOKAWA channel Amazon Channel.
Should you spend 96 minutes on it?
96 minutes of Japanese horror, leaning thriller, fine for the whole family. Tight enough that it's an easy yes if you're undecided.
- Why
- 7.1/10 from 1,740 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you want to sleep afterwards
- Best for
- A family evening that doesn't run late
Story
A mysterious video has been linked to a number of deaths, and when an inquisitive journalist finds the tape and views it herself, she sets in motion a chain of events that puts her own life in danger.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 36m — short |
| Watch with family? | G · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Horror / Thriller |
| Language | Japanese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Hideo Nakata
Cast
Where to watch in Japan
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 24 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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