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6.0 / 10(59 votes)IMDbNR191821mUnited States of America

Out West

“Over the hot sands”

Synopsis

The story involves Arbuckle coming to the western town of Mad Dog Gulch after being thrown off a train and chased by Indians. He teams up with gambler/saloon owner Bill Bullhum, in trying to keep the evil Wild Bill Hickup away from Salvation Army girl, Salvation Sue. Fatty and Buster have a series of adventures trying to beat St. John, until they discover his one weakness: his ticklishness.

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 20, 1918

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Roscoe Arbuckle
Screenplay & Story
Natalie Talmadge, Roscoe Arbuckle
Original Title
Out West
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
21m
Production Studios
Comique Film Company

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Roscoe Arbuckle

Screenplay & Story

Natalie Talmadge, Roscoe Arbuckle

Director of Photography

George Peters

Film Editing

Herbert Warren

Producers

Joseph M. Schenck

Department Leadership Roster

Roscoe Arbuckle

Roscoe Arbuckle

Director

Herbert Warren

Editor

Roscoe Arbuckle

Roscoe Arbuckle

Writer

Joseph M. Schenck

Producer

George Peters

Director of Photography

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Out West.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Out West

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Out West about?

The story involves Arbuckle coming to the western town of Mad Dog Gulch after being thrown off a train and chased by Indians. He teams up with gambler/saloon owner Bill Bullhum, in trying to keep the evil Wild Bill Hickup away from Salvation Army girl, Salvation Sue. Fatty and Buster have a series of adventures trying to beat St. John, until they discover his one weakness: his ticklishness.

Who directed Out West?

Out West was directed by Roscoe Arbuckle.

Who stars in Out West?

The principal cast of Out West includes Roscoe Arbuckle, Buster Keaton, Al St. John, Alice Lake, Joe Keaton.

When was Out West released and how long is it?

Out West was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 21m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Out West?

Out West holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).