Where the Buffalo Roam
“"I hate to advocate weird chemicals, alcohol, violence or insanity to anyone... but they've worked for me."”
Semi-biographical film based on the experiences of gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompson.
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Where is Where the Buffalo Roam streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
About Where the Buffalo Roam
Where the Buffalo Roam is a 1980 English-language comedy film directed by Art Linson. The cast is led by Bill Murray, Peter Boyle, Bruno Kirby. It has a runtime of 1h 39m. Viewers rate it 5.9/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Where the Buffalo Roam was produced by Universal Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on April 25, 1980, and carries a R certification. At the box office it grossed around $7 million worldwide.
- Director
- Art Linson
- Writers
- John Kaye
- Release date
- April 25, 1980
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Box office
- $7 million
- Production
- Universal Pictures
Where the Buffalo Roam cast & crew
Where the Buffalo Roam was directed by Art Linson and written by John Kaye.
The cast features Bill Murray as Dr. Hunter S. Thompson, Peter Boyle as Carl Lazlo, Esq., Bruno Kirby as Marty Lewis, René Auberjonois as Harris, R.G. Armstrong as Judge Simpson, and Craig T. Nelson as Cop on Stand.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Neil Young, cinematography is by Tak Fujimoto, and it was produced by Art Linson.
Is Where the Buffalo Roam worth watching?
Where the Buffalo Roam holds an audience score of 5.9/10 from 185 ratings, a more divisive comedy films.
At 1h 39m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy, Where the Buffalo Roam is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Where the Buffalo Roam
Where the Buffalo Roam isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Where the Buffalo Roam
Bill Murray
Dr. Hunter S. Thompson
Peter Boyle
Carl Lazlo, Esq.
Bruno Kirby
Marty Lewis
René Auberjonois
Harris
R.G. Armstrong
Judge Simpson
Craig T. Nelson
Cop on Stand
Danny Goldman
Porter
DeWayne Jessie
Man #1
Mark Metcalf
Dooley
Joseph Ragno
Willins
Sonny Carl Davis
Stepanian
Quinn K. Redeker
Pilot
Where the Buffalo Roam — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Where the Buffalo Roam in United States?
Where the Buffalo Roam is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Where the Buffalo Roam in?
Where the Buffalo Roam is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Where the Buffalo Roam?
Where the Buffalo Roam runs 1 hours 39 minutes (99 minutes).
▸What is Where the Buffalo Roam rated?
Where the Buffalo Roam is rated R. It holds a 5.9/10 audience score from 185 ratings.
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