The Road to Reno (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1931, The Road to Reno is a drama film directed by Richard Wallace, running about 73 minutes. “Ripping the Lid Off America's Hot Spot” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Jackie is the perpetually adolescent mother of two grown children - daughter Lee and son Jeff - who are in their early 20's. In spite of the fact that fourth husband Robert is a good provider, good step-dad, and all-around good sport about Jackie's rather wild ways, Jackie is intent on divorcing him although she seems to bear the man no resentment. It just seems that her only reason is that it's time for a change, much like an impulse to buy a new hat. Both children are upset about her decision since they have great affection for Robert. However, daughter Lee has just arrived home from school and decides to accompany her mother to Reno to look after her. On the train west, Lee meets a young mining engineer, Tom, who is headed to a job interview in California. The two hit it off and a romance buds.
Who’s in it. The Road to Reno stars Lilyan Tashman as Jackie Millet, Charles Rogers as Tom Wood, Peggy Shannon as Lee Millet and William 'Stage' Boyd as Jerry Kenton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Road to Reno has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Road to Reno page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Road to Reno tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Road to Reno (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Road to Reno change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Road to Reno worth watching?
- The Road to Reno holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Road to Reno?
- The Road to Reno stars Lilyan Tashman, Charles Rogers, Peggy Shannon, William 'Stage' Boyd and Irving Pichel.
- When was The Road to Reno released?
- The Road to Reno was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.