Rafiki (2018)
Overview
Kena and Ziki long for something more. Despite the political rivalry between their families, the girls resist and remain close friends, supporting each other to pursue their dreams in a conservative society. When love blossoms between them, the two girls will be forced to choose between happiness and safety.
Where to watch Rafiki
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | MUBI, Metrograph, Film Movement Plus, Fuse+ | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +2 | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 |
| United Kingdom | — | Amazon Video, BFI Player | Amazon Video |
| Canada | MUBI, Film Movement Plus | Apple TV, YouTube | Apple TV, YouTube |
| Australia | — | Amazon Video | Amazon Video |
| Germany | MUBI | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube, MagentaTV +2 | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube, MagentaTV +2 |
| France | MUBI | Orange VOD, Rakuten TV, Canal VOD, Amazon Video +2 | Apple TV, Orange VOD, YouTube, Rakuten TV +4 |
| Netherlands | Sooner, NLZIET | Apple TV, Rakuten TV | Apple TV, Rakuten TV |
| Brazil | Telecine | — | — |
| Japan | Amazon Prime Video, FOD | Amazon Video, Apple TV | Amazon Video, Apple TV |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists Rafiki in 13 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is Rafiki about?
Kena and Ziki long for something more. Despite the political rivalry between their families, the girls resist and remain close friends, supporting each other to pursue their dreams in a conservative society. When love blossoms between them, the two girls will be forced to choose between happiness and safety. Rafiki is a Drama, Romance movie, released on 2018-09-26, runtime 82 minutes.
Is Rafiki worth watching?
TMDB users rate Rafiki 7.0 out of 10 from 159 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch Rafiki?
In the United States, Rafiki streams on MUBI, Metrograph and Film Movement Plus and can be rented from Amazon Video and Apple TV. The table on this page lists 8 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Wanuri Kahiu
Cast
- Samantha Mugatsia as Kena
- Sheila Munyiva as Ziki
- Jimmi Gathu as John Mwaura
- Nini Wacera as Mercy
- Dennis Musyoka as Peter Okemi
- Patricia Amira as Rose Okemi
- Neville Misati as Blacksta
- Muthoni Gathecha as Mama Atim
- Nice Githinji as Nduta
- Charlie Karumi as Waireri
- Vitalis Waweru as Tom
- Hellen Aura as Elizabeth
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Sources
Details and the 7.0/10 rating from Rafiki on TMDB, also on IMDb. Back to Movie World.