Hell Bent for Leather
“Target For Terror!”
Synopsis
When Clay Santell stops in the town of Sutterville after having his horse stolen, he is mistaken by townspeople for a murderer named Travers. The townspeople capture Santell, and turn him over to lawman Harry Deckett. Deckett, who is tired of chasing the real Travers, decides to kill Santell and pass him off as Travers. Santell escapes from Deckett, taking lovely Janet Gifford hostage in the process. Janet comes to believe Santell's story, and helps him in his struggle to prove his real identity.
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Hell Bent for Leather ≣ 1960 ≣ Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-09-22
Top Cast
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Audie Murphy
Clay Santell
Felicia Farr
Janet Gifford
Stephen McNally
Harry Deckett
Robert Middleton
Ambrose
James Westmoreland
Moon
Jan Merlin
Travers
Herbert Rudley
Nate Perrick
Malcolm Atterbury
A.C. Gamble
Joseph Ruskin
Shad
Allan Lane
Kelsey
John Qualen
Old Ben
Eddie Little Sky
William
Steve Gravers
Grover
Beau Gentry
Stone
Bob Steele
Jared
Shari Lee Bernath
Child (uncredited)
Billy Booth
Child (uncredited)
Roy Engel
Blacksmith (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 1, 1960
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 5, 2025
VOD & Digital Platforms
June 9, 2022
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Sherman
- Screenplay & Story
- Christopher Knopf
- Original Score
- William Lava, Irving Gertz
- Original Title
- Hell Bent for Leather
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Production Studios
- Universal International Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Sherman
Christopher Knopf, Ray Hogan
William Lava, Irving Gertz
Clifford Stine
Milton Carruth
Gordon Kay
Department Leadership Roster
George Sherman
Director
Gordon Kay
Producer
William Lava
Original Music Composer
Christopher Knopf
Screenplay
Irving Gertz
Original Music Composer
Milton Carruth
Editor
Clifford Stine
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hell Bent for Leather
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What is Hell Bent for Leather about?
When Clay Santell stops in the town of Sutterville after having his horse stolen, he is mistaken by townspeople for a murderer named Travers. The townspeople capture Santell, and turn him over to lawman Harry Deckett. Deckett, who is tired of chasing the real Travers, decides to kill Santell and pass him off as Travers. Santell escapes from Deckett, taking lovely Janet Gifford hostage in the process. Janet comes to believe Santell's story, and helps him in his struggle to prove his real identity.
Who directed Hell Bent for Leather?
Hell Bent for Leather was directed by George Sherman.
Who stars in Hell Bent for Leather?
The principal cast of Hell Bent for Leather includes Audie Murphy, Felicia Farr, Stephen McNally, Robert Middleton, James Westmoreland.
When was Hell Bent for Leather released and how long is it?
Hell Bent for Leather was released in 1960 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.
Who composed the musical score for Hell Bent for Leather?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hell Bent for Leather was composed by William Lava, Irving Gertz.
Is Hell Bent for Leather based on a book or true story?
Hell Bent for Leather is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Ray Hogan".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Hell Bent for Leather?
Hell Bent for Leather holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).