MyCinema has not rated Rodan for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a horror and science fiction film.

Where can I watch Rodan in the US?

Rodan streams on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, Cinemax Amazon Channel, and 2 more and is free on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads and Amazon MX Player in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

Rodan runs 1 hour 12 minutes (72 minutes).

Is Rodan suitable for kids?

TMDB lists no age rating for Rodan in the United States or the United States. Treat it as unsuitable for children until you have checked it yourself.

TMDB19561h 12mHorror / Science Fiction

Rodan

Name: Rodan
Genre: Horror, Science Fiction
Released: 1956-12-26
Duration: 72 min

Born from a volcanic crater, the crimson monster bird Rodan tramples the Earth

Mining engineer Shigeru investigates the disappearance and death of his fellow coworkers when prehistoric nymphs are discovered emerging from the mines. After an attack on the local village, Shigeru heads deeper into the mines only to make a more horrifying discovery in the form a prehistoric flying creature. Soon a second monster appears as the two converge in Fukuoka.

TMDB audience score

Based on 197 votes

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Rodan at a glance

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Runtime

Short watch · 1h 12m

At 1h 12m it runs under 90 minutes.

More horror under 90 minutes

Genres

Horror · Science Fiction

TMDB files it under horror and science fiction.

US availability

5 subscriptions · 2 free

Included with 5 subscription services: HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, Cinemax Amazon Channel, and 2 more. Free or ad-supported on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads and Amazon MX Player.

TMDB audience score

6.5 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 197 votes, a positive audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch Rodan tonight

It is a short one: 1h 12m, so it fits a late start.
It is included with HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, Cinemax Amazon Channel, and 2 more in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 197 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Rodan

Is Rodan scary?: MyCinema has not rated Rodan for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a horror and science fiction film.
Where can I watch Rodan in the US?: Rodan streams on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, Cinemax Amazon Channel, and 2 more and is free on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads and Amazon MX Player in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Rodan?: Rodan runs 1 hour 12 minutes (72 minutes).
Is Rodan suitable for kids?: TMDB lists no age rating for Rodan in the United States or the United States. Treat it as unsuitable for children until you have checked it yourself.

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