Ranson's Folly (1926): cast, story & where to watch
1926 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1926, Ranson's Folly is a drama, adventure, romance and western film directed by Sidney Olcott, running about 78 minutes.
What it’s about. U. S. Cavalry Lieutenant Ranson belittles the exploits of a bandit known as "The Red Rider," and boasts to his fellow officers that he could hold up a stagecoach with a pair of scissors. And rides out and does so. But the next day, the postmaster, returning from a neighboring town, is also held up and his bodyguard is killed. Ranson is arrested on suspicion and placed on trial. But at the trial suspicion point to Cahill, post trader, and father of Ranson's sweetheart, Mary. In order to save him, Ranson pleads guilty but, in return and knowing that his daughter loves Ranson, Cahill admits he is "The Red Rider." Meanwhile, the real "Red Rider" is still at large.
Who’s in it. Ranson's Folly stars Richard Barthelmess as Lt. Ranson, Dorothy Mackaill as Mary Cahill, Anders Randolf as The Post Trader and Pat Hartigan as Sgt. Clancy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Ranson's Folly 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 Ranson's Folly page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ranson's Folly tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ranson's Folly (1926)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ranson's Folly change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ranson's Folly worth watching?
- Ranson's Folly holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure, romance and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ranson's Folly?
- Ranson's Folly stars Richard Barthelmess, Dorothy Mackaill, Anders Randolf, Pat Hartigan and William Bailey.