Hollywood Cowboy (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1937, Hollywood Cowboy is an action, adventure and western film directed by George Sherman, running about 64 minutes. “The story of a "make-believe" hero whose cast iron fist made the range racketeers see movie "stars."” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Just after Kramer goes to Wyoming to start his protection racket, cowboy actor Jeff Carson finishes a picture and goes camping. Attracted to Joyce Butler, he hires on at her ranch and quickly gets caught up in Butler's conflict with Kramer. When the Butlers refuse to buy his service, he has their cattle stampeded.
Who’s in it. Hollywood Cowboy stars George O’Brien as Jeffery Carson, Cecilia Parker as Joyce Butler, Maude Eburne as Violet Butler and Joe Caits as G. Gatsby (Shakespear) Holmes, Writer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Hollywood Cowboy has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Best Westerns Ever Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hollywood Cowboy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hollywood Cowboy 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 Hollywood Cowboy (1937)?
- In US, Hollywood Cowboy is available to stream on Best Westerns Ever Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Hollywood Cowboy worth watching?
- Hollywood Cowboy holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, adventure and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hollywood Cowboy?
- Hollywood Cowboy stars George O’Brien, Cecilia Parker, Maude Eburne, Joe Caits and Frank Milan.
- When was Hollywood Cowboy released?
- Hollywood Cowboy was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 64 minutes.