The read
It runs a compact 58m.
Synopsis
Convicted killer Jim Holden is rescued from the sheriff by his gang, led by Mason and Riley. He is out to get the Hathaway Stage superintendent George Bannister, who was responsible for his conviction and learns the Bannister, his niece (Kay) and Hal Hathaway, son of the stage line owner, are on a cross-country stage. Johnny, a rancher, and Waco, local stage representative head for the stage to warn the passengers, including entertainer Paradise Flo and coffin salesman Pennypacker. Hal takes the stage into Holdin. Johnny and Waco rescue Hal and Bannister before the gang succeeds in hanging the pair.
Ratings
IMDb5.8/10
1 audience votes
Key crew
- Lambert HillyerDirector
- J. Benton CheneyScreenplay
Cast
- Johnny Mack BrownJohnny
- Raymond HattonWaco
- Peggy WynneKay Bannister
- Marshall ReedJim Holden
- Patrick DesmondHal Hathaway
- Steve DarrellGeorge Bannister
- Eddie ParkerRiley - Henchman (as Edwin Parker)
- Bonnie Jean HartleyParadise Flo
- Ernie AdamsPennypacker
- Bud OsborneMason - Henchman
- Cactus MackSam - Stage Driver
- Kansas MoehringSheriff Clayton
Stills
Themes
sheriffsalesman