Buddy goes West was released in 1981 and is an Italian spaghetti Western film. The lead role of Buddy is played by Bud Spencer, who is best known for his roles in the Trinity series. The film was directed by Michele Lupo, who had previously directed several other spaghetti Westerns. The film also features a score by renowned composer Ennio Morricone.
The plot of the film centers around Buddy, an outlaw drifter who accidentally finds himself mistaken for a doctor after his Indian companion steals a bag of surgical instruments. When a group of dangerous outlaws attempt to take over a small town, Buddy must use his brawling skills to help defend the townspeople.
The supporting cast features several other familiar faces from the spaghetti Western genre, including Raimund Harmstorf, Eduardo Ciannelli, and Alberto Dell'Acqua.
The film was generally well-received by critics and audiences alike, with many praising Spencer's comedic performance and the film's blend of action and humor. It remains a popular cult classic among fans of spaghetti Westerns and Bud Spencer films.