

Rain or Shine(1930)
The Laugh Sensation of the Season!
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.

Movie: Rain or Shine
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Amos K. Shrewsberry

Rain or Shine
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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.
Release Date
1930-08-15
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6.6
Rating:
3.3 startsTagline
The Laugh Sensation of the Season!
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