Colorado Sundown
“New Sensation of the Action Screen!”
Synopsis
The Hurley's own a lumber mill and want to harvest all the timber in the valley. They kill the Forester and substitute their brother Dusty in his place. Dusty then says all the trees are infected and must be cut down. But Rex Allen is suspicious and writes to the Forestry Department and gets involved with the murders.
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Rex Allen
Rex Allen
Koko
Miracle Horse of the Movies
Mary Ellen Kay
Jackie Reynolds
Slim Pickens
Joshua 'Slim' Pickens / Ma Pickens
June Vincent
Carrie Hurley
Fred Graham
Daniel Hurley
John Daheim
Dusty Hurley aka John Stocker
Louise Beavers
Mattie, Jackie's Maid
Chester Clute
Lawyer Davis
Clarence Straight
Mail Man driving the Hack
Bud Osborne
Stage Driver
Rex Lease
Rancher who finds dog
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 8, 1952
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Witney
- Screenplay & Story
- William Lively, Eric Taylor
- Original Score
- R. Dale Butts
- Original Title
- Colorado Sundown
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 7m
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Witney
William Lively, Eric Taylor
R. Dale Butts
John MacBurnie
Tony Martinelli
Edward J. White
Department Leadership Roster
William Witney
Director
Tony Martinelli
Editor
Edward J. White
Producer
R. Dale Butts
Original Music Composer
William Lively
Screenplay
Eric Taylor
Screenplay
John MacBurnie
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Colorado Sundown
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Colorado Sundown about?
The Hurley's own a lumber mill and want to harvest all the timber in the valley. They kill the Forester and substitute their brother Dusty in his place. Dusty then says all the trees are infected and must be cut down. But Rex Allen is suspicious and writes to the Forestry Department and gets involved with the murders.
Who directed Colorado Sundown?
Colorado Sundown was directed by William Witney.
Who stars in Colorado Sundown?
The principal cast of Colorado Sundown includes Rex Allen, Koko, Mary Ellen Kay, Slim Pickens, June Vincent.
When was Colorado Sundown released and how long is it?
Colorado Sundown was released in 1952 with a total runtime of 1h 7m.
Who composed the musical score for Colorado Sundown?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Colorado Sundown was composed by R. Dale Butts.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Colorado Sundown?
Colorado Sundown holds official age classifications: CA: 14A; US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).