Bus Riley's Back in Town (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1965, Bus Riley's Back in Town is a drama film directed by Harvey Hart, running about 93 minutes. “Her wedding band was the only thing she didn't abandon!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Bus Riley returns to his small town after time in the army. On his return, his ex-girlfriend wants to resume their relationship. The only problem is she has married in the mean time. Searching for fulfilment in his life, Bus decides to get a job with his gay friend who is a mortician. When the mortician makes a pass at him, Bus quickly gets out.
Who’s in it. Bus Riley's Back in Town stars Ann-Margret as Laurel Aiken, Michael Parks as Bus Riley, Janet Margolin as Judy Nichols and Brad Dexter as Wallace Slocum, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Bus Riley's Back in Town has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bus Riley's Back in Town page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bus Riley's Back in Town tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bus Riley's Back in Town (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bus Riley's Back in Town change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bus Riley's Back in Town worth watching?
- Bus Riley's Back in Town holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bus Riley's Back in Town?
- Bus Riley's Back in Town stars Ann-Margret, Michael Parks, Janet Margolin, Brad Dexter and Jocelyn Brando.
- When was Bus Riley's Back in Town released?
- Bus Riley's Back in Town was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.