Rain or Shine (1930): cast, story & where to watch
1930 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1930, Rain or Shine is a comedy, drama, romance and music film directed by Frank Capra, running about 86 minutes. “The Laugh Sensation of the Season!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Young Mary Rainey takes the reins of her deceased father's failing circus. With the help of the Inimitable Smiley Johnson, she hopes to bring fortune back to her ragtag band of ragged shoeleather performers.
Who’s in it. Rain or Shine stars Joe Cook as Smiley Johnson, Louise Fazenda as Frankie, Joan Peers as Mary Rainey and Dave Chasen as Dave, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Rain or Shine has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rain or Shine page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rain or Shine tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rain or Shine (1930)?
- In US, Rain or Shine is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Rain or Shine worth watching?
- Rain or Shine holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rain or Shine?
- Rain or Shine stars Joe Cook, Louise Fazenda, Joan Peers, Dave Chasen and Tom Howard.
- When was Rain or Shine released?
- Rain or Shine was released in 1930, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.