The Life of Riley
TV series
The Life of Riley
1975–, English. Created by H.V. Kershaw.
Frank Riley's days of being the carefree widower are interrupted by the return of his puritanical son who needs a job and a place to stay.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 7
- Episode length
- 25 min
- Status
- Still running
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Latest episode
S1 E7: Double Time
Aired 17 February 1975
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- H.V. KershawCreator
- Bill MaynardFrank Riley · 7 ep
- Eileen KennallyEthel Goodchild · 7 ep
- Susan LittlerJanice Butcher · 7 ep
- John ComerGeorge Pollitt · 7 ep
- John McKelveyClifford Pringle · 7 ep
- Frank LincolnBrian Riley · 7 ep
- Alan DavidIslwyn Roberts · 1 ep
- Pat AshtonRenee Havelott · 1 ep
- Doreen KeoghSister Esmeralda · 1 ep
Details
- First aired
- 6 January 1975
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Scripted
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The Life of Riley: quick answers
Is The Life of Riley worth watching?
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How many seasons of The Life of Riley are there?
The Life of Riley has 1 season and 7 episodes, about 25 minutes each.
Is The Life of Riley finished?
The Life of Riley is still listed as returning series; no new episode date is announced yet.
Which OTT platform is The Life of Riley on?
The Life of Riley isn’t listed on any OTT platform in India yet. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
The Life of Riley parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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What shows are like The Life of Riley?
If you liked The Life of Riley, try Tyler Perry's House of Payne, Who's the Boss?, United States of Al.
Who created The Life of Riley?
The Life of Riley was created by H.V. Kershaw and stars Bill Maynard, Eileen Kennally, Susan Littler.