The Sheriff and the Satellite Kid (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1979, The Sheriff and the Satellite Kid is an action, comedy and science fiction film directed by Michele Lupo, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. A young humanoid alien who gets stranded on earth hooks up with a grizzled old sheriff in a western town and tries to help him solve a tough case, but the sheriff doesn't want any help from a "kid."
Who’s in it. The Sheriff and the Satellite Kid stars Bud Spencer as Sheriff Hall, Raimund Harmstorf as Captain Briggs, Cary Guffey as H7-25 and Joe Bugner as Brennan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Sheriff and the Satellite Kid has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Sheriff and the Satellite Kid page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sheriff and the Satellite Kid 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 The Sheriff and the Satellite Kid (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sheriff and the Satellite Kid change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Sheriff and the Satellite Kid worth watching?
- The Sheriff and the Satellite Kid holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Sheriff and the Satellite Kid?
- The Sheriff and the Satellite Kid stars Bud Spencer, Raimund Harmstorf, Cary Guffey, Joe Bugner and Carlo Reali.
- When was The Sheriff and the Satellite Kid released?
- The Sheriff and the Satellite Kid was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.