
Conquering the Colorado
Synopsis
The story of the conquest of the Colorado River by 'Buzz' Holmstron, an Oregon filling station attendant, who was the first man ever to navigate the river alone in a boat.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Release History & Theatrical Window
September 1, 1939
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edmund Reek
- Original Title
- Conquering the Colorado
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 11m
- Production Studios
- 20th Century Fox
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edmund Reek
Department Leadership Roster
Edmund Reek
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Conquering the Colorado.
More Like Conquering the Colorado
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.












Frequently Asked Questions About Conquering the Colorado
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Conquering the Colorado about?
The story of the conquest of the Colorado River by 'Buzz' Holmstron, an Oregon filling station attendant, who was the first man ever to navigate the river alone in a boat.
Who directed Conquering the Colorado?
Conquering the Colorado was directed by Edmund Reek.
Who stars in Conquering the Colorado?
The principal cast of Conquering the Colorado includes Mel Allen, Paul Douglas, Buzz Holmstrom.
When was Conquering the Colorado released and how long is it?
Conquering the Colorado was released in 1939 with a total runtime of 11m.
