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Black Rain (2001): Cast & Ratings

Black Rain (2001) movie poster

Black Rain is a 2001 drama thriller directed by Peter Weir, starring Richard Chamberlain. It runs 1 hour 46 minutes. Critics gave it 85 on Metacritic.

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Black Rain (2001) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 46m (106 min)
Director
Peter Weir
Genres
Drama , Mystery , Thriller
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Black Rain About?

The premise of Black Rain without spoilers.

When toxic black rain begins to fall, a solitary scientist risks everything to discover its origin. His investigation leads him on a dangerous journey, revealing disturbing secrets and a conspiracy that could destroy the world. He must race against time to expose the truth and find a way to stop the devastating rain before it’s too late.

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Cast & crew

Black Rain Cast

Richard Chamberlain stars in Black Rain. Directed by Peter Weir.

From the director

More from Peter Weir

More films directed by Peter Weir, best-rated first: The Truman Show, Dead Poets Society, Picnic at Hanging Rock and Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World.

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Ratings

Black Rain Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Black Rain 85 on Metacritic.

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FAQ

Black Rain FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Black Rain, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Black Rain?

Black Rain runs 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).

When was Black Rain released?

Black Rain was released on November 30, 2001.

Who directed Black Rain?

Black Rain was directed by Peter Weir.

More films by Peter Weir

Who is in the cast of Black Rain?

Black Rain stars Richard Chamberlain.

How is Black Rain rated?

Black Rain has 85 on Metacritic.

Does Black Rain have a post-credit scene?

No. Black Rain has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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