The Fighting Sheriff
Synopsis
As a result of a blow on his head, suffered when he was robbed of a shipment of platinum by a gang of bandits known as the Wolf Pack, Sheriff Larry O'Donnell loses his memory and disappears for several months. Jeff Baines, leader of the outlaw gang, uses Larry's absence to get himself elected sheriff. Larry regains his memory, secures proof of Baines' guilt as the leader of the Wolf Pack, seals the evidence into an envelope, and gives it to Madge Blake, the postmistress, to mail to the governor. Baines and his henchmen attempt to rob the mail coach to stop the latter but are captured in a trap set by Larry.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 17, 1925
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J.P. McGowan
- Screenplay & Story
- George W. Pyper
- Original Title
- The Fighting Sheriff
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 55m
- Production Studios
- Independent Pictures (I)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
J.P. McGowan
George W. Pyper
Jesse J. Goldburg
Department Leadership Roster
J.P. McGowan
Director
Jesse J. Goldburg
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Fighting Sheriff
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What is The Fighting Sheriff about?
As a result of a blow on his head, suffered when he was robbed of a shipment of platinum by a gang of bandits known as the Wolf Pack, Sheriff Larry O'Donnell loses his memory and disappears for several months. Jeff Baines, leader of the outlaw gang, uses Larry's absence to get himself elected sheriff. Larry regains his memory, secures proof of Baines' guilt as the leader of the Wolf Pack, seals the evidence into an envelope, and gives it to Madge Blake, the postmistress, to mail to the governor. Baines and his henchmen attempt to rob the mail coach to stop the latter but are captured in a trap set by Larry.
Who directed The Fighting Sheriff?
The Fighting Sheriff was directed by J.P. McGowan.
Who stars in The Fighting Sheriff?
The principal cast of The Fighting Sheriff includes Bill Cody, Hazel Holt, Frank Ellis, Walter Shumway.
When was The Fighting Sheriff released and how long is it?
The Fighting Sheriff was released in 1925 with a total runtime of 55m.