Rio (1939) : distribution, intrigue et streaming
1939 · Film · ★ 4.9

Released in 1939, Rio is a policier and romance film directed by John Brahm, running about 77 minutes. “Exilés de la vie... Fugitifs de l'amour.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Le capitaliste diabolique français Paul Reynard est contraint de quitter Irène, sa fiancée depuis un an, lorsqu'il est arrêté pour faux, usage de faux et détournement de fonds puis condamné à une colonie pénitentiaire au large de l'Amérique du Sud.
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 Les Évadés, Le Parrain, Le Parrain, 2e partie and The Dark Knight : Le Chevalier noir.
Questions fréquentes
- 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 policier 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.
