Cowboy (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Film · ★ 5.9

Cowboy poster

Released in 2008, Cowboy is a horror and mystery film directed by Till Kleinert, running about 35 minutes.

What it’s about. Real estate agent Christian travels the countryside scouting for investment prospects. In a forgotten, seemingly abandoned village far off the main roads, he finds more than he is looking for. Getting entangled in an encounter with a taciturn teenage farmhand, he confronts his sexual frustrations and, in the process, gets drawn into the undergrowth of a bloodthirsty rustic community.

Who’s in it. Cowboy stars Oliver Scherz as Christian, Pit Bukowski as Cowboy, Isabelle Höpfner as Girlfriend (voice) and Sabine Bernd as Villager, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Cowboy 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 Cowboy page.

If you liked it. Fans of Cowboy tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Cowboy (2008)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cowboy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Cowboy worth watching?
Cowboy holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Cowboy?
Cowboy stars Oliver Scherz, Pit Bukowski, Isabelle Höpfner, Sabine Bernd and Angelina Grusa.
When was Cowboy released?
Cowboy was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 35 minutes.