Weary River (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1929, Weary River is a drama and romance film directed by Frank Lloyd, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. A gangster is put in prison, but finds salvation through music while serving his time. Again on the outside, he finds success elusive and temptations abound.
Who’s in it. Weary River stars Richard Barthelmess as Jerry Larrabee, Betty Compson as Alice Gray, William Holden as Prison Warden and Louis Natheaux as Spadoni, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Weary River has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Weary River page.
If you liked it. Fans of Weary River tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Weary River (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Weary River change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Weary River worth watching?
- Weary River holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Weary River?
- Weary River stars Richard Barthelmess, Betty Compson, William Holden, Louis Natheaux and George E. Stone.
- When was Weary River released?
- Weary River was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.