The Royal Rodeo (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 2.5
Released in 1939, The Royal Rodeo is a comedy, music and western film directed by George Amy, running about 15 minutes.
What it’s about. A young monarch, bored with responsibility and craving excitement, invites a traveling rodeo show to perform at his palace.
Who’s in it. The Royal Rodeo stars John Payne as Bill Stevens, Lucile Fairbanks as Marianne, Cliff Edwards as Shorty and Scotty Beckett as The King, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.5/10, The Royal Rodeo 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 Royal Rodeo page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Royal Rodeo tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Royal Rodeo (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Royal Rodeo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Royal Rodeo worth watching?
- The Royal Rodeo holds an audience score of 2.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, music and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Royal Rodeo?
- The Royal Rodeo stars John Payne, Lucile Fairbanks, Cliff Edwards, Scotty Beckett and Boyd Irwin.
- When was The Royal Rodeo released?
- The Royal Rodeo was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 15 minutes.