The Trigger Trio
Synopsis
In this western, the Three Mesquiteers must find a killer and his band after they murder an official from the State Agricultural Service who had come to investigate an outbreak of hoof and mouth disease. The killer is fearful that the official would quarantine his entire herd. Unfortunately for the foolish rancher, if the herd is not isolated, all of his cows and those of his neighbors will die anyway. The heroes are assisted by Buck the clever Great Dane.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 18, 1937
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Witney
- Screenplay & Story
- Oliver Drake, Joseph F. Poland
- Original Title
- The Trigger Trio
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 55m
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Witney
Oliver Drake, Joseph F. Poland, Houston Branch, William Colt MacDonald
Department Leadership Roster
William Witney
Director
Oliver Drake
Screenplay
Joseph F. Poland
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Trigger Trio
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What is The Trigger Trio about?
In this western, the Three Mesquiteers must find a killer and his band after they murder an official from the State Agricultural Service who had come to investigate an outbreak of hoof and mouth disease. The killer is fearful that the official would quarantine his entire herd. Unfortunately for the foolish rancher, if the herd is not isolated, all of his cows and those of his neighbors will die anyway. The heroes are assisted by Buck the clever Great Dane.
Who directed The Trigger Trio?
The Trigger Trio was directed by William Witney.
Who stars in The Trigger Trio?
The principal cast of The Trigger Trio includes Ray Corrigan, Max Terhune, Ralph Byrd, Sandra Corday, Robert Warwick.
When was The Trigger Trio released and how long is it?
The Trigger Trio was released in 1937 with a total runtime of 55m.
Is The Trigger Trio based on a book or true story?
The Trigger Trio is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "William Colt MacDonald".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Trigger Trio?
The Trigger Trio holds official age classifications: CA: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).