The Man from Tumbleweeds (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1940, The Man from Tumbleweeds is a western film directed by Joseph H. Lewis, running about 59 minutes. “HERE COMES BILL with both guns blazing...blasting the bandits from the range!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Wild Bill Saunders recruits a team of paroled convicts to subdue a lawless gang.
Who’s in it. The Man from Tumbleweeds stars Bill Elliott as Wild Bill Saunders, Iris Meredith as 'Spunky' Cameron, Dub Taylor as Cannonball and Ray Bennett as Powder Kilgore, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, The Man from Tumbleweeds 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 Man from Tumbleweeds page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man from Tumbleweeds 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 The Man from Tumbleweeds (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man from Tumbleweeds change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Man from Tumbleweeds worth watching?
- The Man from Tumbleweeds holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Man from Tumbleweeds?
- The Man from Tumbleweeds stars Bill Elliott, Iris Meredith, Dub Taylor, Ray Bennett and Francis Walker.
- When was The Man from Tumbleweeds released?
- The Man from Tumbleweeds was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 59 minutes.