Rise(2025)
Rise Synopsis
A charismatic young boy who lives on a rubbish dump in Zimbabwe must convince a reclusive boxing coach to teach him to fight in order to find safety and strength in a world that has left him behind.
Rise (2025) is a drama film directed by Jessica J. Rowlands, released on June 8, 2025 with a runtime of 22m. It stars Tongayi Chirisa, Sikhanyiso Ngwenya, Edmet Dube and Kelvin Taliana. Viewers rate it 10.0 out of 10 across 2 ratings.
- Director:
- Jessica J. Rowlands
- Writers:
- Jessica J. Rowlands
- Producers:
- Joe Njagu
- Cinematographer:
- Jacques Naudé
- Status:
- Released
Rise (2025) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Rise before you stream it.
Rise Cast & Crew
Main cast
Tongayi Chirisa
as Coach Tobias
- Sikhanyiso Ngwenya
Sikhanyiso Ngwenya
as Rise
- Edmet Dube
Edmet Dube
as Godknows / Lead Bully
- Kelvin Taliana
Kelvin Taliana
as Fortune (Boxer 2)
- Cilemeko Tickey Mudenda
Cilemeko Tickey Mudenda
as Never (Boxer 1)
- Tobias Mupfuti
Tobias Mupfuti
as Coach Tobias Body Double
- Prudence Mubaiwa
Prudence Mubaiwa
as Nurse
- Samson Mdimba
Samson Mdimba
as Knocked out boxer
- Phineas Makuvaza
Phineas Makuvaza
as Referee
- Charles Ndlovu
Charles Ndlovu
as Doctor
Key crew
Directed by Jessica J. Rowlands, written by Jessica J. Rowlands, produced by Joe Njagu.
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Rise Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 10.0/10 from 2 ratings.
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Rise – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Rise online?
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Rise (2025) does not have a confirmed streaming, rental or digital purchase option listed for your region yet. Availability is refreshed regularly, so check back for updates.
Who stars in Rise?
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The main cast of Rise (2025) includes Tongayi Chirisa, Sikhanyiso Ngwenya, Edmet Dube, Kelvin Taliana and Cilemeko Tickey Mudenda. The film was directed by Jessica J. Rowlands. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Rise released?
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Rise was released on June 8, 2025 and runs for 22m.
Is Rise worth watching?
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Rise (2025) holds an average rating of 10.0 out of 10 from 2 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Rise?
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Yes. The official Rise trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.