The Fall, known in Japan as Rakka no Oukoku, is available for rental on U-NEXT and on DVD through TSUTAYA DISCAS. As of October 2026, no major subscription service offers the film as part of its unlimited-viewing catalog. U-NEXT is the only service with an exclusive rental of the 4K digital remaster.
Directed by Tarsem, the 2006 fantasy film stars Lee Pace as stuntman Roy and Catinca Untaru as the young girl Alexandria. The Japanese dub for the 4K UHD/Blu-ray version features Kase Yasuyuki as Roy and Morohoshi Sumire as Alexandria. TVer also does not carry the film.
Where to Watch The Fall in Japan (October 2026)
Among the main streaming and DVD rental services, U-NEXT and TSUTAYA DISCAS are the only places currently confirmed to handle The Fall. No unlimited-streaming service was found. Prices below are tax included, and distribution details are as of October 2026; availability may change.
| Service | Availability | Viewing Type | Price / Free Trial |
|---|---|---|---|
| U-NEXT | Available | Rental | 2,189 yen monthly plan; 31-day free trial; first 500 yen points |
| TSUTAYA DISCAS | Partial | DVD mail rental | Fixed Rental 8 Double, 2,200 yen per month |
| DMM TV | Not available | — | 550 yen per month; 14-day free trial; first 550 points |
| Amazon Prime Video | Not available | — | 600 yen; 30-day free trial; via docomo (ahamo), 20% of the monthly fee in d points each month |
| Lemino | Not available | — | 1,540 yen; first month free |
| d Anime Store | Not available | — | 660 yen per month; first month free |
| Hulu | Not available | — | 1,320 yen; no free period |
| Netflix | Not available | — | 890 yen and up; no free period |
| Disney+ | Not available | — | 1,250 yen and up; no free period |
| FOD | Not available | — | 976 yen and up; no free period |
| ABEMA | Not available | — | 680 yen and up; no free period |
| TELASA | Not available | — | 990 yen; no free period |
| YouTube | Not available | — | Pay-per-view |
U-NEXT’s 2,189 yen figure is the monthly plan price, while The Fall itself is a separate rental. The film is not part of the unlimited-viewing lineup.
Notes: Prices are tax included. Distribution information is as of October 2026 and may change. For d Anime Store, the monthly fee covers the calendar month regardless of sign-up or cancellation date, and separate communication or rental fees may apply. The first-month free benefit auto-renews, with the full monthly fee charged after the free period.
U-NEXT: Exclusive 4K Digital Remaster Rental
U-NEXT carries The Fall as a rental title. Because it is not included in the monthly unlimited-viewing plan, viewers pay the per-title rental fee. The rental fee is 550 points.
Using U-NEXT’s First 500 Yen Points
New U-NEXT members receive 500 yen worth of points at sign-up. Those points can be used for rentals. Applying the first 500 points to The Fall’s 550-point rental leaves only 50 yen to pay. The points are valid for 30 days after they are issued, so users should rent early.
The Fall began exclusive rental distribution on U-NEXT on June 15, 2026. The available version is the 4K digital remaster, viewable in 4K high quality. After renting, the viewing period is three days, so it is best to start on a day with enough free time.
The Fall on U-NEXT
Distribution type: Rental (per-title payment)
Rental fee: 550 points
Viewing period: 3 days from rental start
Distribution start: June 15, 2026 (exclusive rental)
Unlimited viewing: Not available
Availability may change without notice.
U-NEXT
Monthly fee: 2,189 yen (tax included)
Trial: 31-day free trial
Benefit: First 500 points (500 yen worth), valid for 30 days
If the subscription continues, 1,200 points are granted each month.
Check the U-NEXT title page to see whether subtitled or dubbed versions are available before playback.
TSUTAYA DISCAS: DVD Mail Rental
For a physical disc, TSUTAYA DISCAS offers DVD mail rental. The service sends DVDs to the user’s home, and returning them through the mail is enough.
Borrowing The Fall with Fixed Rental 8 Double
TSUTAYA DISCAS’s main plan is Fixed Rental 8 Double. For 2,200 yen per month (tax included), members can borrow up to eight DVDs per month, with two sets of two discs rented at the same time. Shipping is included in the monthly fee, and there is no return deadline or late fee.
The Fall is handled as an old release, so it can be borrowed within the eight-disc monthly allowance of Fixed Rental 8 Double. Availability can change, so check the TSUTAYA DISCAS title page before renting.
The Fall on DVD mail rental
Service: TSUTAYA DISCAS
Format: DVD mail rental (old release)
Plan: Fixed Rental 8 Double (2,200 yen per month, tax included)
Availability may change without notice.
TSUTAYA DISCAS
Plan: Fixed Rental 8 Double (eligible for free trial rental)
Monthly fee: 2,200 yen (tax included)
Monthly rental limit: Up to 8 discs
Per shipment: Up to 2 discs per set × 2 sets
Return deadline: None / Additional fees: None
Free trial: 30 days (new releases not eligible during the trial; up to 8 semi-new releases can be tried, shipping included)
After the free trial, the plan automatically renews at the regular price.
During the 30-day free trial, new releases are not eligible for rental.
With the 8 Double plan, users can borrow other fantasy films along with The Fall. Since there is no return deadline, they can revisit scenes in the film’s layered story at their own pace.
Story and Highlights
Set in a hospital in 1915, The Fall follows Roy, a stuntman who is badly injured after falling from a bridge during a film shoot. While bedridden, he becomes self-destructive. Alexandria, a five-year-old girl who broke her arm after falling from a tree, is hospitalized in the same place. Roy tries to have her steal medicine from the dispensary so he can take his own life, and begins telling her an epic tale of six heroes who stand up against the evil Governor Odious. As Alexandria wants to hear more, the fantasy world and the two characters’ reality gradually overlap.
The film is known for its visuals, shot without relying on CG across 13 World Heritage sites and more than 24 countries. Director Tarsem spent 26 years developing the concept and four years shooting. The costumes were designed by Ishioka Eiko, who won the Academy Award for Costume Design for Dracula. The 4K digital remaster also adds scenes that were cut from the original theatrical release. A revival release began on November 21, 2025 in 43 theaters, expanded to about 100 theaters through word of mouth, and ran for 25 weeks.
Main Characters and Japanese Dub Cast
The main cast and the Japanese voice actors recorded for the 4K UHD/Blu-ray version are as follows.
| Role | Actor | Japanese Dub |
|---|---|---|
| Roy Walker / Black Bandit | Lee Pace | Kase Yasuyuki |
| Alexandria | Catinca Untaru | Morohoshi Sumire |
| Nurse Evelyn / Princess Evelyn | Justine Waddell | Tsunematsu Ayumi |
| Sinclair / Governor Odious | Daniel Caltagirone | Miyamoto Mitsuru |
| Indian / Orange Farm Worker | Jeetu Verma | Arimoto Kinryuu |
| Darwin / Hospital Staff | Leo Bill | Hino Satoshi |
| Otta Benga / Ice Delivery Man | Marcus Wesley | Kusunoki Taiten |
Luigi, one of the heroes, is played by Robin Smith, with Ikeda Masaru providing the Japanese dub. The roughly two minutes of added scenes in the 4K digital remaster also include Japanese dub audio.
The Fall: Work Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | The Fall (Rakka no Oukoku) (4K digital remaster) |
| Original title | The Fall |
| Production | 2006, India, UK, USA |
| Japan release | September 6, 2008 (4K digital remaster: November 21, 2025) |
| Runtime | 120 minutes |
| Director / Screenplay | Tarsem |
| Screenplay | Nico Soultanakis, Dan Gilroy |
| Costumes | Ishioka Eiko |
| Cast | Lee Pace, Catinca Untaru, Justine Waddell, Daniel Caltagirone |
| Japan distribution | Showgate |
| Main awards | 40th Sitges Catalonia International Film Festival Grand Prix; 57th Berlin International Film Festival Crystal Bear Special Award (Generation 14plus) |
| Original source | 1981 Bulgarian film Yo Ho Ho (directed by Zako Heskia) |
David Fincher and Spike Jonze are also credited as supporters on the production. The 4K digital remaster had its world premiere at the 77th Locarno International Film Festival in 2024.
FAQ
Is The Fall available on Netflix or Amazon Prime Video?
No. The Fall was not confirmed on Netflix or Amazon Prime Video. It is not available for either unlimited viewing or rental there, so viewers need U-NEXT rental or TSUTAYA DISCAS DVD mail rental.
Is The Fall on Hulu or DMM TV’s unlimited plans?
No. The Fall was not confirmed on Hulu or DMM TV. No unlimited viewing was found on Lemino, Disney+, FOD, or ABEMA either.
When did The Fall start streaming on U-NEXT?
The Fall began exclusive rental distribution on U-NEXT on June 15, 2026. The available version is the 4K digital remaster, which can be viewed in 4K high quality.
How can I watch The Fall cheaply?
New U-NEXT users can apply the 500 yen worth of first-time points to the 550-point rental fee. The remaining 50 yen must be paid, but this reduces the out-of-pocket cost.
What is different about the 4K digital remaster?
The 4K digital remaster restores the film in 4K and adds scenes that were cut from the original theatrical release. The 4K UHD/Blu-ray version includes Japanese dub audio for the roughly two minutes of added scenes.
Who directed The Fall?
The director is Tarsem, also known for The Cell. He also worked on the screenplay and spent 26 years from conception to completion.
Bottom Line
The Fall is best viewed through U-NEXT, which has the exclusive rental of the 4K digital remaster. The rental fee is 550 points, and the first-time 500 yen points can be applied. For a disc, TSUTAYA DISCAS offers the DVD through Fixed Rental 8 Double. The film was not found for unlimited viewing or rental on DMM TV, Amazon Prime Video, Lemino, d Anime Store, Hulu, Netflix, Disney+, FOD, ABEMA, TELASA, or YouTube.
