Riders of the Purple Sage
“Friends betrayed her ... Neighbors deserted her ... Now her only ally is a stranger who lives above the law.”
Synopsis
Jim Lassister seeks the man responsible for his sister's death. His quest draws him into an insular community ruled by an uncompromising charlatan and his brutal riders.
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Preview Clip | Riders of the Purple Sage | Warner ArchiveOfficial
Type: Clip • Published 2012-11-13
Top Cast
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Ed Harris
Jim Lassiter
Amy Madigan
Jane Withersteen
Henry Thomas
Bern Venters
Robin Tunney
Elizabeth 'Bess' Erne
Norbert Weisser
Deacon Tull
G.D. Spradlin
Pastor Dyer
Lynn Wanlass
Hester Brandt
Bob L. Harris
Collier Brandt
Jerry Wills
Oldring, Rustler Leader
Rusty Musselman
Matthew Blake
Sandy E. Scott
Deputy Coulter
Tom Bower
Judkins (uncredited)
Erin Neal
(uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 6, 1997
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Haid
- Screenplay & Story
- Gill Dennis, Zane Grey
- Original Score
- Arthur Kempel
- Original Title
- Riders of the Purple Sage
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Zeke Productions, Rosemont Productions International
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Haid
Gill Dennis, Zane Grey
Arthur Kempel
William Wages
David Holden
Ed Harris, Amy Madigan, David A. Rosemont, Thomas John Kane
Department Leadership Roster
Arthur Kempel
Original Music Composer
David Holden
Editor
Charles Haid
Director
Thomas John Kane
Producer
Michael Baugh
Production Design
Durinda Wood
Costume Design
Monty Stuart
Stunt Coordinator
Rusty Hendrickson
Stunt Coordinator
William Wages
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Riders of the Purple Sage
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What is Riders of the Purple Sage about?
Jim Lassister seeks the man responsible for his sister's death. His quest draws him into an insular community ruled by an uncompromising charlatan and his brutal riders.
Who directed Riders of the Purple Sage?
Riders of the Purple Sage was directed by Charles Haid.
Who stars in Riders of the Purple Sage?
The principal cast of Riders of the Purple Sage includes Ed Harris, Amy Madigan, Henry Thomas, Robin Tunney, Norbert Weisser.
When was Riders of the Purple Sage released and how long is it?
Riders of the Purple Sage was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Riders of the Purple Sage?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Riders of the Purple Sage was composed by Arthur Kempel.
Is Riders of the Purple Sage based on a book or true story?
Riders of the Purple Sage is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Zane Grey".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Riders of the Purple Sage?
Riders of the Purple Sage holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).