Riley the Cop (1928): cast, story & where to watch
1928 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1928, Riley the Cop is a comedy and drama film directed by John Ford, running about 68 minutes. “LOVE LAUGHS AT HOOSEGOW WHEN COP TURNS CUPID” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In this early comedy from John Ford, Riley is a New York Irish cop sent to Germany to track down a young man who stole money from a local bakery.
Who’s in it. Riley the Cop stars J. Farrell MacDonald as James 'Aloysius' Riley, Nancy Drexel as Mary Coronelli, David Rollins as David 'Davy' Collins and Louise Fazenda as Lena Krausmeyer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Riley the Cop 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 Riley the Cop page.
If you liked it. Fans of Riley the Cop tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Riley the Cop (1928)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Riley the Cop change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Riley the Cop worth watching?
- Riley the Cop holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Riley the Cop?
- Riley the Cop stars J. Farrell MacDonald, Nancy Drexel, David Rollins, Louise Fazenda and Billy Bevan.