Down Dakota Way
Synopsis
In Roy Rogers' Down Dakota Way, the deadly hoof-and-mouth disease has struck the herd owned by evil rancher H. T. McKenzie (Roy Barcroft). To avoid an expensive quarantine on his stock, McKenzie plans to murder the local veterinarian (Emmet Vogan) before the latter can report his findings to the government. Rogers manages to straighten out the situation by appealing to the sensibilities of the aunt (Elizabeth Risdon) of McKenzie's hotheaded hired assassin (Byron Barr). The film also bears several musical numbers from Roy, Dale Evans, and Foy Willing and the Riders of the Purple Sage.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 9, 1949
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Witney
- Screenplay & Story
- John K. Butler, Sloan Nibley
- Original Title
- Down Dakota Way
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 7m
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Witney
John K. Butler, Sloan Nibley
Department Leadership Roster
William Witney
Director
John K. Butler
Screenplay
Sloan Nibley
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Down Dakota Way.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Down Dakota Way
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What is Down Dakota Way about?
In Roy Rogers' Down Dakota Way, the deadly hoof-and-mouth disease has struck the herd owned by evil rancher H. T. McKenzie (Roy Barcroft). To avoid an expensive quarantine on his stock, McKenzie plans to murder the local veterinarian (Emmet Vogan) before the latter can report his findings to the government. Rogers manages to straighten out the situation by appealing to the sensibilities of the aunt (Elizabeth Risdon) of McKenzie's hotheaded hired assassin (Byron Barr). The film also bears several musical numbers from Roy, Dale Evans, and Foy Willing and the Riders of the Purple Sage.
Who directed Down Dakota Way?
Down Dakota Way was directed by William Witney.
Who stars in Down Dakota Way?
The principal cast of Down Dakota Way includes Roy Rogers, Trigger, Dale Evans, Pat Brady, Montie Montana.
When was Down Dakota Way released and how long is it?
Down Dakota Way was released in 1949 with a total runtime of 1h 7m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Down Dakota Way?
Down Dakota Way holds official age classifications: CA: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested.).