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Ring 0

2000·Movie·NR·99 min·6.2(285)

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Where to watch Ring 0 in United States

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Where is Ring 0 streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesFandor, Philo, AsianCrush, ARROWAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
United KingdomArrow Video Amazon Channel, Shudder Amazon Channel, ARROWApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
CanadaFandor, AsianCrush, ARROW, Tubi TVApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
GermanyGalactic Stream Amazon Channel, Adrenalin Amazon channel, MIDNIGHT FACTORY Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
FranceApple TV Store, Canal VOD
BrazilLooke, Booh Amazon Channel, NetMovies, Pluto TVApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
JapanHulu, U-NEXT, KADOKAWA channel Amazon ChannelAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
South Koreawavvewavve

About Ring 0

Ring 0 is a 2000 Japanese-language horror, thriller and drama film directed by Norio Tsuruta. The cast is led by Yukie Nakama, Seiichi Tanabe, Kumiko Aso. It has a runtime of 1h 39m. Viewers rate it 6.2/10 across 300 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Fandor, Philo, AsianCrush.

Ring 0 was produced by Ring 0 Production Group and made in Japan. It was released on January 22, 2000, and carries a NR certification. Made on a budget of about $6 million, it went on to gross $12 million worldwide.

Director
Norio Tsuruta
Writers
Hiroshi Takahashi
Release date
January 22, 2000
Original language
Japanese
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
Japan
Budget
$6 million
Box office
$12 million
Production
Ring 0 Production Group
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Ring 0 cast & crew

Ring 0 was directed by Norio Tsuruta and written by Hiroshi Takahashi.

The cast features Yukie Nakama as Sadako Yamamura, Seiichi Tanabe as Hiroshi Tôyama, Kumiko Aso as Etsuko Tachihara, Yoshiko Tanaka as Akiko Miyaji, Takeshi Wakamatsu as Yûsaku Shigemori, and Ryushi Mizukami as Wataru Kuno.

Behind the camera, cinematography is by Takahide Shibanushi and it was produced by Shinji Ogawa and Takashige Ichise.

Is Ring 0 worth watching?

Ring 0 holds an audience score of 6.2/10 from 285 ratings, a solidly received horror films.

At 1h 39m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy horror, thriller, and drama, Ring 0 is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Ring 0

In United States, you can stream Ring 0 on Fandor, Philo, AsianCrush, ARROW, and Retrocrush, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.

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Cast of Ring 0

Yukie Nakama

Yukie Nakama

Sadako Yamamura

Seiichi Tanabe

Seiichi Tanabe

Hiroshi Tôyama

Kumiko Aso

Kumiko Aso

Etsuko Tachihara

Yoshiko Tanaka

Yoshiko Tanaka

Akiko Miyaji

Takeshi Wakamatsu

Takeshi Wakamatsu

Yûsaku Shigemori

Ryushi Mizukami

Ryushi Mizukami

Wataru Kuno

Kaoru Okunuki

Kaoru Okunuki

Aiko Hazuki

Yasushi Kimura

Yasushi Kimura

Togashi

Mami Hashimoto

Mami Hashimoto

Joshikôsei

Daisuke Ban

Daisuke Ban

Heihachirô Ikuma

Masako

Masako

Shizuko Yamamura

Yoshiyuki Morishita

Yoshiyuki Morishita

Gekidan Kenkyûsei

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Ring 0 — FAQs

Where can I watch Ring 0 in United States?

Ring 0 is streaming on Fandor, Philo, AsianCrush, ARROW in United States.

Is Ring 0 on Fandor?

Yes — Ring 0 is currently available on Fandor in United States.

What language is Ring 0 in?

Ring 0 is originally in Japanese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Ring 0?

Ring 0 runs 1 hours 39 minutes (99 minutes).

What is Ring 0 rated?

Ring 0 is rated NR. It holds a 6.2/10 audience score from 285 ratings.

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