The Avenger (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1931, The Avenger is a romance and western film directed by Roy William Neill, running about 72 minutes. “Blood-tingling all-action western!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Goss, Mason, and Kelly force Joaquin Murieta to watch as they hang his brother Juan for a crime he did not commit. To exact his revenge on the three, Joaquin becomes the notorious Black Shadow.
Who’s in it. The Avenger stars Buck Jones as Joaquin "The Black Shadow" Murietta, Dorothy Revier as Helen Lake, Edward Peil Sr. as Ike Mason and Otto Hoffman as Black Kelly, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Avenger 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 The Avenger page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Avenger tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Avenger (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Avenger change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Avenger worth watching?
- The Avenger holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Avenger?
- The Avenger stars Buck Jones, Dorothy Revier, Edward Peil Sr., Otto Hoffman and Walter Percival.
- When was The Avenger released?
- The Avenger was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.