The Broncho Buster (1927 film)

The Broncho Buster is a 1927 American silent Western film directed by Ernst Laemmle and starring Fred Humes, Lola Todd, and Harry Todd. The film follows the story of a young cowboy, played by Humes, who dreams of becoming a rodeo star. He travels to the big city to participate in a prestigious rodeo competition, facing challenges and romantic entanglements along the way. The film showcases classic Western tropes, including horseback riding, cattle wrangling, and saloon brawls. It was produced and distributed by Universal Pictures. The film is considered a minor work within the studio's output of Westerns during the silent era, but it provides a glimpse into the popular entertainment of the time.