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The Vanishing Rider

7.019283h 20mMovieWestern

William Desmond plays Jim Davis, a secret service agent by day and masked avenger by night. Ethlyne Clair provided feminine appeal, while Bud Osborne, as the notorious Butch Bradley, and a young Boris Karloff took care of the villainy.

DirectorRay Taylor
WritersCarl Krusada·George H. Plympton

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Cast · Directed by Ray Taylor

WDWilliam Desmond
William Desmond
Jim Davis / The Vanishing Rider
ECEthlyne Clair
Ethlyne Clair
Mary Allen
NMNelson McDowell
Nelson McDowell
Pop Smith
BOBud Osborne
Bud Osborne
Butch Bradley
BKBoris Karloff
Boris Karloff
The Villain

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The Vanishing Rider — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Vanishing Rider?

The Vanishing Rider isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is The Vanishing Rider on Netflix?

No, The Vanishing Rider is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is The Vanishing Rider on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Vanishing Rider isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch The Vanishing Rider for free?

The Vanishing Rider isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Vanishing Rider?

The Vanishing Rider hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around March 5, 1928. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.