Bulldog Drummond's Peril (1938): cast, story & where to watch

1938 · Film · ★ 5.8

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Released in 1938, Bulldog Drummond's Peril is a thriller, crime, adventure and mystery film directed by James P. Hogan, running about 66 minutes. “Fiction's greatest adventurer” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Drummond's wedding with Phyllis is interrupted when the inspector guarding their gifts is killed. He tries to trace the killers and uncovers the mystery of diamond counterfeiters.

Who’s in it. Bulldog Drummond's Peril stars John Barrymore as Colonel Neilson, John Howard as Captain Hugh 'Bulldog' Drummond, Louise Campbell as Phyllis Clavering and Reginald Denny as Algy Longworth, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Bulldog Drummond's Peril has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bulldog Drummond's Peril page.

If you liked it. Fans of Bulldog Drummond's Peril tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Bulldog Drummond's Peril (1938)?
In US, Bulldog Drummond's Peril is available to stream on Criterion Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Bulldog Drummond's Peril worth watching?
Bulldog Drummond's Peril holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, crime, adventure and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Bulldog Drummond's Peril?
Bulldog Drummond's Peril stars John Barrymore, John Howard, Louise Campbell, Reginald Denny and E. E. Clive.
When was Bulldog Drummond's Peril released?
Bulldog Drummond's Peril was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.