The Blocked Trail
“Hunting Trouble On The Range!”
Synopsis
A horse called Brilliant is the only one who knows the location of a gold mine. When Brilliant's owner is killed, the trio known as the Three Mesquiteers (Bob Steele, Tom Tyler and Jimmie Dodd) are mistakenly arrested for the murder.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 12, 1943
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Elmer Clifton
- Screenplay & Story
- Jacquin Frank, John K. Butler
- Original Score
- Mort Glickman
- Original Title
- The Blocked Trail
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 55m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Elmer Clifton
Jacquin Frank, John K. Butler, William Colt MacDonald
Mort Glickman
Bud Thackery
Edward Schroeder
Department Leadership Roster
Bud Thackery
Director of Photography
Edward Schroeder
Editor
Jacquin Frank
Screenplay
John K. Butler
Screenplay
Elmer Clifton
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Blocked Trail
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What is The Blocked Trail about?
A horse called Brilliant is the only one who knows the location of a gold mine. When Brilliant's owner is killed, the trio known as the Three Mesquiteers (Bob Steele, Tom Tyler and Jimmie Dodd) are mistakenly arrested for the murder.
Who directed The Blocked Trail?
The Blocked Trail was directed by Elmer Clifton.
Who stars in The Blocked Trail?
The principal cast of The Blocked Trail includes Bob Steele, Tom Tyler, Jimmie Dodd, Helen Deverell, George J. Lewis.
When was The Blocked Trail released and how long is it?
The Blocked Trail was released in 1943 with a total runtime of 55m.
Who composed the musical score for The Blocked Trail?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Blocked Trail was composed by Mort Glickman.
Is The Blocked Trail based on a book or true story?
The Blocked Trail is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "William Colt MacDonald".