Volley for a Black Buffalo (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1985, Volley for a Black Buffalo is a drama film directed by László Szabó, running about 107 minutes.
What it’s about. During the years following World War II, a new boy arrives to class 7/c, and the audience learns to know the lives of the drunkard teacher, his husband-cheating wife, the lonely music teacher hiding behind her paper flowers, the wise count deprived of all his properties, the jovial parish priest and especially the buffalo owner of tragic fate who lost his four daughters, alongside with the young protagonist.
Who’s in it. Volley for a Black Buffalo stars Jean-Louis Trintignant as Mr. Fodó, teacher, Jean Rochefort as Lajos Ácsi, the count, Fanny Cottençon as Fodóné and Székely B. Miklós as Peter the Black, the buffalo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Volley for a Black Buffalo 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 Volley for a Black Buffalo page.
If you liked it. Fans of Volley for a Black Buffalo tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Volley for a Black Buffalo (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Volley for a Black Buffalo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Volley for a Black Buffalo worth watching?
- Volley for a Black Buffalo holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Volley for a Black Buffalo?
- Volley for a Black Buffalo stars Jean-Louis Trintignant, Jean Rochefort, Fanny Cottençon, Székely B. Miklós and Ferenc Kállai.
- When was Volley for a Black Buffalo released?
- Volley for a Black Buffalo was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.