Risky Business (1926): cast, story & where to watch
1926 · Film · ★ 6

Released in 1926, Risky Business is a comedy and romance film directed by Alan Hale.
What it’s about. A domineering mother sets out to break up the romance and possible marriage of her daughter, Cecily Stoughton, with Ted Pyncheon by several contrived devices and bringing in other candidates more to her liking.
Who’s in it. Risky Business stars Vera Reynolds as Cecily Stoughton, Ethel Clayton as Mrs. Stoughton, Kenneth Thomson as Ted Pyncheon and Ward Crane as Coults-Browne, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Risky Business 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 Risky Business page.
If you liked it. Fans of Risky Business tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Risky Business (1926)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Risky Business change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Risky Business worth watching?
- Risky Business holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Risky Business?
- Risky Business stars Vera Reynolds, Ethel Clayton, Kenneth Thomson, Ward Crane and Louis Natheaux.
- When was Risky Business released?
- Risky Business was released in 1926.
