Rags to Riches (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 9.5
Released in 1987, Rags to Riches is a comedy, drama and tv movie film directed by Bruce Seth Green, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Feature-length TV movie (with the title card "Rags and Riches") that served as the pilot to the series that ran from 1987-1988. A wealthy businessman decides to soften his "cutthroat" image by adopting some children. He winds up adopting six girls and isn't prepared for the problems that come with them.
Who’s in it. Rags to Riches stars Joseph Bologna as Nick Foley, Tisha Campbell as Marva Foley, Blanca De Garr as Patty Foley and Kimiko Gelman as Rose Foley, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.5/10, Rags to Riches sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rags to Riches page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rags to Riches tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rags to Riches (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rags to Riches change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rags to Riches worth watching?
- Rags to Riches holds an audience score of 9.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Rags to Riches?
- Rags to Riches stars Joseph Bologna, Tisha Campbell, Blanca De Garr, Kimiko Gelman and Heather McAdam.
- When was Rags to Riches released?
- Rags to Riches was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.