Riptide
The cases of a private investigations agency run by two Vietnam War veterans and their computer geek friend from high school, armed with toughness, their own helicopter, and the third's technical ability.
Where to watch Riptide in United States
The Roku Channel
Tubi TVClick a service to open Riptide there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Riptide streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | The Roku Channel, Tubi TV | — |
| India | Plex | — |
| United Kingdom | Sky Go, Rakuten TV, Plex, Pluto TV | — |
| Australia | Plex | — |
| Germany | RTL+, RTL+ Max Amazon Channel, RTL Crime Amazon Channel, ARD Plus | Amazon Video |
| France | Plex, TF1+ | — |
| Spain | Plex | — |
| Brazil | Plex | — |
| Japan | Plex | — |
| South Korea | Plex | — |
About Riptide
Riptide is a 1984 English-language crime, drama and action & adventure series created by Frank Lupo and Stephen J. Cannell. The cast is led by Perry King, Joe Penny, Thom Bray. It spans 3 seasons and 56 episodes and has concluded. Viewers rate it 6.8/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on The Roku Channel, Tubi TV.
Riptide was produced by Stephen J. Cannell Productions and made in United States of America. It was first aired on January 3, 1984, and carries a NR certification.
- Created by
- Frank Lupo, Stephen J. Cannell
- First aired
- January 3, 1984
- Last aired
- April 22, 1986
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 3 (56 episodes)
- Network
- NBC
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Stephen J. Cannell Productions
Riptide cast & crew
Riptide was created by Frank Lupo and Stephen J. Cannell.
The cast features Perry King as Cody Allen, Joe Penny as Nick Ryder, and Thom Bray as Murray Bozinsky.
Behind the camera, it was produced by J. Rickley Dumm and Tom Blomquist.
Is Riptide worth watching?
Riptide holds an audience score of 6.8/10 from 59 ratings, a solidly received crime series.
With 3 seasons and 56 episodes, it's a long-haul binge.
If you enjoy crime, drama, and action & adventure, Riptide is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Riptide
In United States, you can stream Riptide on The Roku Channel and Tubi TV. Click any service above to open it directly.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of Riptide
Perry King
Cody Allen
Joe Penny
Nick Ryder
Thom Bray
Murray Bozinsky
Riptide — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Riptide in United States?
Riptide is streaming on The Roku Channel, Tubi TV in United States.
▸Is Riptide on The Roku Channel?
Yes — Riptide is currently available on The Roku Channel in United States.
▸What language is Riptide in?
Riptide is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of Riptide are there?
Riptide has 3 seasons with 56 episodes in total.
▸What is Riptide rated?
Riptide is rated NR. It holds a 6.8/10 audience score from 59 ratings.
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