Phantom Thunderbolt (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1933, Phantom Thunderbolt is a western film directed by Alan James, running about 63 minutes.
What it’s about. A cowboy called The Thunderbolt Kid comes to the aid of a town that is being threatened by outlaws who don't want a railroad to go through the town.
Who’s in it. Phantom Thunderbolt stars Ken Maynard as Thunderbolt Kid, Frances Lee as Judy Lane, Frank Rice as Nevady and William Gould as 'Red' Matthews, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Phantom Thunderbolt has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Artiflix and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Phantom Thunderbolt page.
If you liked it. Fans of Phantom Thunderbolt tend to enjoy The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, Django Unchained, Once Upon a Time in the West and For a Few Dollars More.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Phantom Thunderbolt (1933)?
- In US, Phantom Thunderbolt is available to stream on Artiflix, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Phantom Thunderbolt worth watching?
- Phantom Thunderbolt holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Phantom Thunderbolt?
- Phantom Thunderbolt stars Ken Maynard, Frances Lee, Frank Rice, William Gould and Bob Kortman.
- When was Phantom Thunderbolt released?
- Phantom Thunderbolt was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 63 minutes.