Battling with Buffalo Bill (1931): cast, story & where to watch

1931 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 1931, Battling with Buffalo Bill is an action and western film directed by Ray Taylor, running about 217 minutes.

What it’s about. A western adventure serial in 12 episodes. Buffalo Bill battles gambler Jim Rodney who is trying to scare off the townspeople so he can gain possession of a gold strike discovered in the area. A nearby Indian tribe is provoked to attack the town and the cavalry is called in.

Who’s in it. Battling with Buffalo Bill stars Tom Tyler as William 'Buffalo Bill' Cody, Lucile Browne as Jane Mills, William Desmond as John Mills and Rex Bell as Dave Archer, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Battling with Buffalo Bill has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Battling with Buffalo Bill page.

If you liked it. Fans of Battling with Buffalo Bill 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 Battling with Buffalo Bill (1931)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Battling with Buffalo Bill change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Battling with Buffalo Bill worth watching?
Battling with Buffalo Bill holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Battling with Buffalo Bill?
Battling with Buffalo Bill stars Tom Tyler, Lucile Browne, William Desmond, Rex Bell and Francis Ford.
When was Battling with Buffalo Bill released?
Battling with Buffalo Bill was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 217 minutes.