The Untamed Breed (1948): cast, story & where to watch
1948 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1948, The Untamed Breed is a western film directed by Charles Lamont, running about 79 minutes. “One of the most sensational spectacles of four-footed fury ever filmed!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A cowboy sets out to capture an escaped Brahma bull that is terrorizing local ranchers. Based on a story by Eli Colter that appeared in The Saturday Evening Post.
Who’s in it. The Untamed Breed stars Sonny Tufts as Tom Kilpatrick, Barbara Britton as Cherry Lucas, George 'Gabby' Hayes as Windy Lucas and Edgar Buchanan as John Rambeau, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Untamed Breed 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 Untamed Breed page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Untamed Breed 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 Untamed Breed (1948)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Untamed Breed change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Untamed Breed worth watching?
- The Untamed Breed holds an audience score of 5.0 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 Untamed Breed?
- The Untamed Breed stars Sonny Tufts, Barbara Britton, George 'Gabby' Hayes, Edgar Buchanan and William Bishop.
- When was The Untamed Breed released?
- The Untamed Breed was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.