Down in 'Arkansaw' (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1938, Down in 'Arkansaw' is an action, comedy and music film directed by Nick Grinde, running about 72 minutes. “They're comin' 'round the mountain...on a rootin', shootin, tootin', feudin' rampage!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A government representative travels to the backwoods of Arkansas to convince the people there of the benefits to them of a proposed dam on their river.
Who’s in it. Down in 'Arkansaw' stars Ralph Byrd as John Parker, Leon Weaver as Abner Weaver, June Weaver as Elviry Weaver and Frank Weaver as Cicero Weaver, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Down in 'Arkansaw' has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Down in 'Arkansaw' page.
If you liked it. Fans of Down in 'Arkansaw' tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Down in 'Arkansaw' (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Down in 'Arkansaw' change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Down in 'Arkansaw' worth watching?
- Down in 'Arkansaw' holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Down in 'Arkansaw'?
- Down in 'Arkansaw' stars Ralph Byrd, Leon Weaver, June Weaver, Frank Weaver and June Storey.
- When was Down in 'Arkansaw' released?
- Down in 'Arkansaw' was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.