Bad Bascomb (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 6.2

Released in 1946, Bad Bascomb is a western film directed by S. Sylvan Simon, running about 112 minutes. “Thrill for Thrill ! Laugh for Laugh !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A western bandit is reformed by his love for a little girl.
Who’s in it. Bad Bascomb stars Wallace Beery as Zeb Bascomb alias Ezekiel 'Zeke' Smith, Margaret O'Brien as Emmy, Marjorie Main as Abbey Hanks and J. Carrol Naish as Bart Yancy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Bad Bascomb 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 Bad Bascomb page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bad Bascomb tend to enjoy The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, Django Unchained, Once Upon a Time in the West and For a Few Dollars More.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bad Bascomb (1946)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bad Bascomb change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bad Bascomb worth watching?
- Bad Bascomb holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bad Bascomb?
- Bad Bascomb stars Wallace Beery, Margaret O'Brien, Marjorie Main, J. Carrol Naish and Frances Rafferty.
- When was Bad Bascomb released?
- Bad Bascomb was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.
