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Ring 2

1999·Movie·NR·95 min·5.8(463)

While investigating the horrifying death of her boyfriend, Mai Takano learns about a videotape haunted by the spirit of a disturbing girl named Sadako, which kills anyone who watches it exactly one week later. When her boyfriend’s son, Yoichi, starts to develop the same psychic abilities as Sadako, Takano must find a way to keep the boy and herself from becoming the next victims.

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Where to watch Ring 2 in United States

Click a service to open Ring 2 there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.

Where is Ring 2 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, MIDNIGHT FACTORY Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
FranceApple TV Store, Canal VOD, Amazon Video
SpainAcontra Plus, Acontra Plus Amazon ChannelAcontra Plus
BrazilLooke, Booh Amazon Channel, NetMovies, RuntimeApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
JapanHulu, U-NEXTAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies

About Ring 2

Ring 2 is a 1999 Japanese-language horror, mystery and science fiction film directed by Hideo Nakata. The cast is led by Miki Nakatani, Hitomi Sato, Kyoko Fukada. It has a runtime of 1h 35m. Viewers rate it 5.8/10 across 500 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Fandor, Philo, AsianCrush.

Ring 2 was produced by KADOKAWA Shoten, Asmik Ace Entertainment, and Fuji Television Network and made in Japan. It was released on January 23, 1999, and carries a NR certification. Made on a budget of about $6 million, it went on to gross $31 million worldwide.

Director
Hideo Nakata
Writers
Hiroshi Takahashi
Release date
January 23, 1999
Original language
Japanese
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
Japan
Budget
$6 million
Box office
$31 million
Production
KADOKAWA Shoten, Asmik Ace Entertainment, Fuji Television Network
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Ring 2 cast & crew

Ring 2 was directed by Hideo Nakata and written by Hiroshi Takahashi.

The cast features Miki Nakatani as Mai Takano, Hitomi Sato as Masami Kurahashi, Kyoko Fukada as Kanae Sawaguchi, Fumiyo Kohinata as Dr. Kawajiri, Kenjirou Ishimaru as Detective Omuta, and Yûrei Yanagi as Okazaki.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Kenji Kawai, cinematography is by Hideo Yamamoto, and it was produced by Masato Harada and Makoto Ishihara.

Is Ring 2 worth watching?

Ring 2 holds an audience score of 5.8/10 from 463 ratings, a more divisive horror films.

At 1h 35m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy horror, mystery, and science fiction, Ring 2 is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Ring 2

In United States, you can stream Ring 2 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 2

Miki Nakatani

Miki Nakatani

Mai Takano

Hitomi Sato

Hitomi Sato

Masami Kurahashi

Kyoko Fukada

Kyoko Fukada

Kanae Sawaguchi

Fumiyo Kohinata

Fumiyo Kohinata

Dr. Kawajiri

Kenjirou Ishimaru

Kenjirou Ishimaru

Detective Omuta

Yûrei Yanagi

Yûrei Yanagi

Okazaki

Rikiya Ôtaka

Rikiya Ôtaka

Yôichi Asakawa

Yōichi Numata

Yōichi Numata

Takashi Yamamura

Masako

Masako

Shizuko Yamamura

Miwako Kaji

Miwako Kaji

Kazue Yamamura

Katsumi Muramatsu

Katsumi Muramatsu

Kôichi Asakawa

Daisuke Ban

Daisuke Ban

Heihachirô Ikuma

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Ring 2 — FAQs

Where can I watch Ring 2 in United States?

Ring 2 is streaming on Fandor, Philo, AsianCrush, ARROW in United States.

Is Ring 2 on Fandor?

Yes — Ring 2 is currently available on Fandor in United States.

What language is Ring 2 in?

Ring 2 is originally in Japanese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Ring 2?

Ring 2 runs 1 hours 35 minutes (95 minutes).

What is Ring 2 rated?

Ring 2 is rated NR. It holds a 5.8/10 audience score from 463 ratings.

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