The Life of Riley
1949, English. Directed by Irving Brecher.
Based on the Hit Radio Show
Inspired by the popular '40s radio show of the same title, director Irving Brecher's 1949 comedy stars William Bendix as a hard-working husband-and-father with no shortage of family problems.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Irving BrecherDirector
- William BendixChester A. Riley
- Rosemary DeCampPeg Riley
- James GleasonGillis
- Beulah BondiMartha Bogle
- Bill GoodwinSidney Monahan
- Meg RandallBarbara Riley
- Richard LongJeff Taylor
- Ted de CorsiaNorman
- Mark DanielsBurt Stevenson
- Victoria HorneLucy Monahan
- John BrownDigger O'Dell
- Lanny ReesJunior Riley
Details
- Released
- 16 April 1949
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Irving Brecher, Groucho Marx
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What The Life of Riley is based on
The Life of Riley is adapted from a radio drama.
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The Life of Riley: quick answers
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How long is The Life of Riley?
The Life of Riley runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does The Life of Riley have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Life of Riley. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Life of Riley parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Life of Riley is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Life of Riley on?
The Life of Riley isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Life of Riley?
If you liked The Life of Riley, try Fun with Dick and Jane, No Time for Sergeants, Jerry Seinfeld: 23 Hours to Kill.
Who directed The Life of Riley?
The Life of Riley (1949) was directed by Irving Brecher and stars William Bendix, Rosemary DeCamp, James Gleason.
What is The Life of Riley based on?
The Life of Riley is adapted from a radio drama.