Drum Taps (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1933, Drum Taps is an action and western film directed by J.P. McGowan, running about 61 minutes.
What it’s about. Skinner and his gang are grabbing land from the ranchers. When they go after Kerry's ranch Ken stops them. Skinner frames Ken for rustling but the Sheriff is on Ken's side, and with the help of his brother Earl's Boy Scout troup they go after the gang.
Who’s in it. Drum Taps stars Ken Maynard as Ken Cartwright, Dorothy Dix as Eileen Carey, Frank Coghlan Jr. as Eric Cartwright and Charles Stevens as Indian Joe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Drum Taps has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Drum Taps page.
If you liked it. Fans of Drum Taps 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 Drum Taps (1933)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Drum Taps change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Drum Taps worth watching?
- Drum Taps 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 Drum Taps?
- Drum Taps stars Ken Maynard, Dorothy Dix, Frank Coghlan Jr., Charles Stevens and Al Bridge.
- When was Drum Taps released?
- Drum Taps was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 61 minutes.