Rainbow Riley (1926): cast, story & where to watch
1926 · Film · ★ 7

Released in 1926, Rainbow Riley is a comedy film directed by Charles Hines, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. Nerve lands "Rainbow" Riley a job as cub reporter on the Louisville Ledger. His first big assignment is to cover a feud in the Kentucky mountains between the Ripper and White clans. Thinking that the assignment is in the nature of a vacation, "Rainbow" provides himself with athletic equipment.
Who’s in it. Rainbow Riley stars Johnny Hines as Steve Riley, Brenda Bond as Alice Ripper, Bradley Barker as Tilden McFields and Dan Mason as Dr. Lem Perkins, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Rainbow Riley has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rainbow Riley page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rainbow Riley tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rainbow Riley (1926)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rainbow Riley change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rainbow Riley worth watching?
- Rainbow Riley holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Rainbow Riley?
- Rainbow Riley stars Johnny Hines, Brenda Bond, Bradley Barker, Dan Mason and John F. Hamilton.
- When was Rainbow Riley released?
- Rainbow Riley was released in 1926, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.