For the Service
"Massacre In 'Hell's Half Acre'"
Originally released in 1936. For the Service is a western film. directed by Buck Jones. At just 65 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Buck Jones, Phillip Trent, and Edward Keane
Synopsis
Cowboy star Buck Jones made his directorial debut with the Universal western For the Service. Jones is cast as Indian scout Buck O'Bryan, trying his best to keep the peace between the Native Americans and a government outpost. O'Bryan is replaced by George Murphy, the son of commanding officer Captain Murphy. Obviously unqualified for his job, Murphy proves himself a coward and a weakling, forcing O'Bryan to take over when the fort is besieged by outlaw Bruce Howard and his gang.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 1, 1936
89 years ago
Runtime
1h 5m
65 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
- Buck Jones Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is For the Service about?
Cowboy star Buck Jones made his directorial debut with the Universal western For the Service. Jones is cast as Indian scout Buck O'Bryan, trying his best to keep the peace between the Native Americ...
Who directed For the Service?
For the Service was directed by Buck Jones.
How long is For the Service?
For the Service has a runtime of 1 hours and 5 minutes (65 minutes total).
When was For the Service released?
For the Service was released on June 1, 1936 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in For the Service?
The main cast of For the Service includes Buck Jones, Phillip Trent, Edward Keane, Fred Kohler, Beth Marion.