Down Where the Buffalo Go (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film
Released in 1988, Down Where the Buffalo Go is a drama and tv movie film directed by Ian Knox, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Carl is a US Navy Shore patrol officer who is based at the Holy Loch naval base in Scotland. Armed only with a nightstick, his primary function is to ensure that sailors on shore leave do not become too rowdy, and to provide help to sailors in need of assistance. Carl is married to a local girl and their relationship is at breaking point - she wants to leave Scotland and settle in America while he wants to remain in Scotland. With his brother-in-law Willie, who is already estranged from his wife and under threat of redundancy from his shipyard job, the two men forge a friendship to help each other through.
Who’s in it. Down Where the Buffalo Go stars Harvey Keitel as Carl, Andrew Byatt as Willie, Stella Gonet as Rachel and David Lansbury as Daniel, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Down Where the Buffalo Go page.
If you liked it. Fans of Down Where the Buffalo Go tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Down Where the Buffalo Go (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Down Where the Buffalo Go change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Down Where the Buffalo Go?
- Down Where the Buffalo Go stars Harvey Keitel, Andrew Byatt, Stella Gonet, David Lansbury and Katherine Stark.
- When was Down Where the Buffalo Go released?
- Down Where the Buffalo Go was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.