For the Service
1936, English. Directed by Buck Jones.
Massacre In 'Hell's Half Acre'
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Buck JonesDirector
- Buck JonesBuck O'Bryan
- Phillip TrentGeorge Murphy
- Edward KeaneCaptain Murphy
- Fred KohlerBruce Howard
- Beth MarionPenny Carson
- Frank McGlynn Sr.Jim, a Scout
- Ben CorbettBen, a Scout
- Chief ThunderbirdChief Big Bear
- Robert McKenzieSherman
- SilverBuck's Horse
- Roy BuckoStagecoach Driver (uncredited)
- Richard CramerHenchman (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 1 June 1936
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Isadore Bernstein
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For the Service runs 65 minutes (1h 5m).
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For the Service is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is For the Service on?
For the Service isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 June 1936. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like For the Service?
If you liked For the Service, try The Last Wagon, The Indian Fighter, Man Without a Star.
Who directed For the Service?
For the Service (1936) was directed by Buck Jones and stars Buck Jones, Phillip Trent, Edward Keane.