Billy the Bear Tamer (1915): cast, story & where to watch
1915 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1915, Billy the Bear Tamer is a comedy film directed by Lee Beggs, running about 16 minutes.
What it’s about. A young man's girlfriend is forbidden by her father to see him again. When the father takes his family on a hunting trip to the woods, the girl and her suitor hatch a plan where he dresses up in a bear suit to "menace" the family, then leaves and reappears as himself to "save" them. However, things don't go quite to plan.
Who’s in it. Billy the Bear Tamer stars Billy Quirk as Billy, Constance Talmadge as Constance, Albert Roccardi as The Father and Edwina Robbins, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Billy the Bear Tamer has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Billy the Bear Tamer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Billy the Bear Tamer tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Billy the Bear Tamer (1915)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Billy the Bear Tamer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Billy the Bear Tamer worth watching?
- Billy the Bear Tamer 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 Billy the Bear Tamer?
- Billy the Bear Tamer stars Billy Quirk, Constance Talmadge, Albert Roccardi, Edwina Robbins and Phil Sanford.
- When was Billy the Bear Tamer released?
- Billy the Bear Tamer was released in 1915, with a runtime of about 16 minutes.