Buddy Goes West (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1981, Buddy Goes West is an action, comedy and western film directed by Michele Lupo, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Trinity series star Bud Spencer returns to the Wild West in director Michele Lupo's comic tale of an outlaw drifter, Buddy, who is mistaken for a doctor after his Indian companion inadvertently steals a bag of surgical instruments. When a band of murderous outlaws attempts to overrun the small town Buddy is passing through, the presumed medico shows that his true talent is cracking skulls. Music is composed by Ennio Morricone.
Who’s in it. Buddy Goes West stars Bud Spencer as Buddy, Joe Bugner as Sheriff Bronson, Piero Trombetta as Popsy Logan and Carlo Reali as Sarto, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Buddy Goes West 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 Buddy Goes West page.
If you liked it. Fans of Buddy Goes West 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 Buddy Goes West (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Buddy Goes West change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Buddy Goes West worth watching?
- Buddy Goes West holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Buddy Goes West?
- Buddy Goes West stars Bud Spencer, Joe Bugner, Piero Trombetta, Carlo Reali and Sara Franchetti.