The Ring (1927): cast, story & where to watch

1927 · Film · ★ 5.8

The Ring poster

Released in 1927, The Ring is a drama and romance film directed by Alfred Hitchcock, running about 116 minutes. “Two boxers compete for the love of a woman.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Both Jack Sander and Bob Corby are boxers in love with Mabel. Jack and Mabel wed, but their marriage is flat. The young wife looks to Bob for comfort.

Who’s in it. The Ring stars Carl Brisson as 'One-Round' Jack Sander, Lillian Hall-Davis as Mabel, Ian Hunter as Bob Corby and Forrester Harvey as The Promoter, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Ring has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Ring page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Ring tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Ring (1927)?
In US, The Ring is available to stream on fuboTV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Ring worth watching?
The Ring holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Ring?
The Ring stars Carl Brisson, Lillian Hall-Davis, Ian Hunter, Forrester Harvey and Harry Terry.
When was The Ring released?
The Ring was released in 1927, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.