Dude Ranch (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1931, Dude Ranch is a notable film directed by Frank Tuttle, running about 71 minutes. “"Quite the funniest and brainiest satire of American cowboy Wild West stuff I have ever seen"” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Chester Carr, owner of a dude ranch in the Rockies, caters to guests seeking the thrill of the Wild West. Among his guests are the wealthy Spruce Meadows and his daughter Susan. But the West isn't wild anymore and most of Carr's guests are bored and about to leave. He is in despair when a caravan carrying a broke-down-and-out troupe of actors---Jennifer, Judd, Mrs. Merridew and her daughter, Alice---crashes down the hill and wrecks the hotel sign.
Who’s in it. Dude Ranch stars Jack Oakie as Jennifer / Vance Kilroy, Stuart Erwin as Chester Carr, Eugene Pallette as Judd / Black Jed and Mitzi Green as Alice Merridew, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Dude Ranch has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dude Ranch page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dude Ranch (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dude Ranch change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dude Ranch worth watching?
- Dude Ranch holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dude Ranch?
- Dude Ranch stars Jack Oakie, Stuart Erwin, Eugene Pallette, Mitzi Green and June Collyer.
- When was Dude Ranch released?
- Dude Ranch was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.