Rain or Shine
“The Laugh Sensation of the Season!”
Synopsis
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.
Top Cast
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Joe Cook
Smiley Johnson
Louise Fazenda
Frankie
Joan Peers
Mary Rainey
William Collier Jr.
Bud Conway
Tom Howard
Amos K. Shrewsberry
Dave Chasen
Dave
Alan Roscoe
Dalton, the Ringmaster
Adolph Milar
Foltz, the Lion Tamer
Clarence Muse
Nero
Nella Walker
Mrs. Conway
Edward Martindel
Mr. Conway
Nora Lane
Grace Conway
Tyrell Davis
Lord Hugo Gwynne
Charles Gemora
Charlie, the Gorilla
Dannie Mac Grant
Boy at Circus
Ethel Loreen Greer
Carmencita, the Fat Lady
Rolfe Sedan
Waiter at Dinner Party
Release History & Theatrical Window
New York City, New York
Festival / Special Debut
August 15, 1930
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Capra
- Screenplay & Story
- Maurice Marks, James Gleason, Jo Swerling, Dorothy Howell
- Original Title
- Rain or Shine
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Capra
Maurice Marks, James Gleason, Jo Swerling, Dorothy Howell
Joseph Walker
Maurice Wright
Frank Capra
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Capra
Director
Joseph Walker
Director of Photography
Frank Capra
Producer
Maurice Marks
Writer
James Gleason
Writer
Maurice Wright
Editor
Jo Swerling
Writer
Dorothy Howell
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rain or Shine
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Rain or Shine 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 directed Rain or Shine?
Rain or Shine was directed by Frank Capra.
Who stars in Rain or Shine?
The principal cast of Rain or Shine includes Joe Cook, Louise Fazenda, Joan Peers, William Collier Jr., Tom Howard.
When was Rain or Shine released and how long is it?
Rain or Shine was released in 1930 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.