Bud's Recruit (1918): cast, story & where to watch
1918 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1918, Bud's Recruit is a comedy and drama film directed by King Vidor, running about 26 minutes.
What it’s about. This WWI home-front comedy is the earliest surviving film of King Vidor, who would later go on to make such classics as The Big Parade and The Crowd. A two-reeler, it's a propaganda comedy involving a little boy who can't wait to go fight against the Kaiser, and who sets an unrelentingly patriotic (and militaristic) example for his draft-age, feminized brother and peace-lovin' mother.
Who’s in it. Bud's Recruit stars Wallace Brennan as Bud Gilbert (as Wallis Brennan), Robert Gordon as Reggie Gilbert, Ruth Hampton as Edith and Thomas Bellamy as Black Boy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Bud's Recruit has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bud's Recruit page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bud's Recruit tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bud's Recruit (1918)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bud's Recruit change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bud's Recruit worth watching?
- Bud's Recruit holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bud's Recruit?
- Bud's Recruit stars Wallace Brennan, Robert Gordon, Ruth Hampton, Thomas Bellamy and Ernest Butterworth Jr..
- When was Bud's Recruit released?
- Bud's Recruit was released in 1918, with a runtime of about 26 minutes.