Rio (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1939, Rio is a crime and romance film directed by John Brahm, running about 77 minutes. “Exiles From Life...Fugitives From Love” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Diabolical French capitalist Paul Reynard is forced to leave Irene, his bride of one year, when he is arrested for the crimes of forgery and embezzlement and sentenced to a penal colony off the coast of South America.
Who’s in it. Rio stars Basil Rathbone as Paul Reynard, Victor McLaglen as Dirk, Sigrid Gurie as Irene Reynard and Robert Cummings as Bill Gregory, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Rio has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rio page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rio tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rio (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rio change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rio worth watching?
- Rio holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rio?
- Rio stars Basil Rathbone, Victor McLaglen, Sigrid Gurie, Robert Cummings and Leo Carrillo.
- When was Rio released?
- Rio was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.