Where the Buffalo Roam
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Where the Buffalo Roam

"I hate to advocate weird chemicals, alcohol, violence or insanity to anyone... but they've worked for me."

5.9 / 10 1980 1h 39mR English
Comedy

Storyline

Semi-biographical film based on the experiences of gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompson.

Cast & Crew

Bill Murray

Bill Murray

Dr. Hunter S. Thompson

Lead
Peter Boyle

Peter Boyle

Carl Lazlo, Esq.

Bruno Kirby

Bruno Kirby

Marty Lewis

René Auberjonois

René Auberjonois

Harris

R.G. Armstrong

R.G. Armstrong

Judge Simpson

Craig T. Nelson

Craig T. Nelson

Cop on Stand

Danny Goldman

Danny Goldman

Porter

DeWayne Jessie

DeWayne Jessie

Man #1

What People Are Saying

3.0
A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Art Linson's vision lands with breathtaking precision.
Manohla Dargis, The New York Times
3.0
Every frame feels alive. Where the Buffalo Roam is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.
Anthony Lane, The New Yorker