Riley (2025)
A coming-of-age drama about a high school football player confronting his queer identity against the weight of expectation.
Riley - Movie Information
- Release Year: 2025
- Directed by: Benjamin Howard
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Drama
- Runtime: 1h 33m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English, French
- Release Date (Theatrical): December 4, 2025 (Netherlands - 12), February 6, 2026 (United Kingdom - 15)
- Production Companies: Charthouse, Windsor Film Company
- Production Countries: United Kingdom
Riley - Plot
The life of a disciplined high school athlete begins to unravel when his queer identity competes against the idea of who he was supposed to be.
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Riley - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Benjamin Howard
Main Cast
- Jake Holley
- Colin McCalla
- Riley Quinn Scott
- Connor Storrie
- Rib Hillis
- J.B. Waterman
- René Ashton
- Nigel Siwabessy
- Marcus Winchester-Jones
- Dallas Perry
Writers
- Benjamin Howard
Producers
- Benjamin Howard
- Laura Scarano
- Tommy Anderson
Riley - FAQs
What is Riley about?
Riley follows a disciplined high school American football player whose carefully constructed life begins to fall apart as his queer identity emerges and conflicts with the version of himself he was always expected to be. The film explores themes of self-discovery, identity, and the pressures of athletic masculinity.
Who are the main actors in Riley?
Riley stars Jake Holley as Dakota Riley, Colin McCalla as Jaeden Galloway, Riley Quinn Scott as Skylar Braxton, Connor Storrie as Liam Hauser, and Rib Hillis as Carson Riley. The ensemble also includes J.B. Waterman, René Ashton, Nigel Siwabessy, Marcus Winchester-Jones, and Dallas Perry.
Does Riley deal with LGBT themes?
Yes. Riley centers on a gay high school athlete navigating the tension between his queer identity and the expectations placed on him as a football player. The film explores coming out, LGBT identity in sports culture, and the emotional cost of conforming to a masculine ideal that doesn't reflect who you truly are.
When was Riley released?
Riley was released on December 4, 2025 in the Netherlands (rated 12) and on February 6, 2026 in the United Kingdom (rated 15).
Who directed Riley?
Riley was written, directed, and edited by Benjamin Howard, who also served as a producer on the film. It is a UK production made under the Charthouse and Windsor Film Company banners.
How long is Riley?
Riley has a runtime of 1 hour and 33 minutes (93 minutes).
Where can I stream Riley?
Riley is available to stream on Here TV and Here TV via Amazon Channel. It can also be rented or purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability may vary by region.
What are similar movies to Riley?
If you enjoyed Riley, you may also like The Cakemaker (2017), Fallen Fruit (2024), and Only You (2022) for their explorations of identity and desire. Editorial picks with thematic overlap include Fighter (2024) and Flow (2019), which similarly examine personal transformation and emotional resilience.
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