Buckshot John
Originally released in 1915. Buckshot John is a western film. directed by Hobart Bosworth. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Hobart Bosworth, Courtenay Foote, and Carl Von Schiller
Synopsis
A sheriff and his posse shoot it out with a gang of robbers headed by Bad Jake Kennedy. The surviving robber, Buckshot John, won't tell where the gang's loot is hidden and gets 30 years in prison. Halfway through his sentence he "gets religion" and in order to save his soul, decides to tell where the gang has hidden its stash of gold. However, a phony clairvoyant, The Great Gilmore, finds out about John's intentions and tricks him into revealing where the gold is. When John finds out what happened, he decides to break out of prison and take care of matters himself.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Hobart Bosworth
as 'Buckshot John' Moran
Courtenay Foote
as Dr. Buchanan Gilmore / The Great Gilmore
Carl Von Schiller
as Jimmy Dacey - A Reporter
Helen Wolcott
as Ruth Mason
Herbert Standing
as John Mason
Marshall Stedman
as Warden of State's Prison
Frank Lanning
as Bad Jake Kennedy
Art Acord
as Hairtrigger Jordan
Elmo Lincoln
as The Sheriff
Rhea Haines
as Mrs. Hayden
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Hobart Bosworth Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckshot John about?
A sheriff and his posse shoot it out with a gang of robbers headed by Bad Jake Kennedy. The surviving robber, Buckshot John, won't tell where the gang's loot is hidden and gets 30 years in prison. ...
Who directed Buckshot John?
Buckshot John was directed by Hobart Bosworth.
How long is Buckshot John?
Buckshot John has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was Buckshot John released?
Buckshot John was released on February 4, 1915 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Buckshot John?
The main cast of Buckshot John includes Hobart Bosworth, Courtenay Foote, Carl Von Schiller, Helen Wolcott, Herbert Standing.