The Invader (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1936, The Invader is a comedy film directed by Adrian Brunel, running about 61 minutes. “Buster Keaton IN HIS FUNNIEST FEATURE COMEDY” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The film follows the same plot as its remake Pest from the West (1939), with a millionaire setting out to win a local girl in Mexico.
Who’s in it. The Invader stars Buster Keaton as Leander Proudfoot, Lupita Tovar as Lupita Melez, Lyn Harding as Gonzalo Gonzalez and Esme Percy as Jose, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Invader has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Invader page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Invader tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Invader (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Invader change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Invader worth watching?
- The Invader holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Invader?
- The Invader stars Buster Keaton, Lupita Tovar, Lyn Harding, Esme Percy and Andreas Malandrinos.
- When was The Invader released?
- The Invader was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 61 minutes.