The Tonto Kid
“HISTORY IGNORES HIM...YET THE "KID" MADE HISTORY EVERY MOMENT OF HIS LIFE!”
Synopsis
Lawyer Creech is after the ranch of the dying Cartwright. First he brings in Cahill to pose as the only living relative. Then when the Tonto Kid finds platinum on the ranch, Creech frames him for murder.
Top Cast
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Rex Bell
'Skeets" Slawson aka The Tonto Kid
Ruth Mix
Nancy Cahill
Buzz Barton
Wesley Fritch
Theodore Lorch
Lawyer Sam Creech
Joseph W. Girard
Rance Cartwright
Barbara E. Robertson
Edna May Cartwright
Jack Rockwell
Deputy Sheriff Hack Baker
Murdock MacQuarrie
'Pop' Slawson
Bert Lindley
Tom Quillan - Diamond D Foreman
Jane Keckley
Mrs. Fritch, Wesley's Mother
Stella Adams
Edna May's Landlady
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 14, 1934
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Harry L. Fraser
- Screenplay & Story
- Harry L. Fraser
- Original Title
- The Tonto Kid
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
- Production Studios
- Resolute Pictures Corp.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Harry L. Fraser
Harry L. Fraser, Christopher Booth
Department Leadership Roster
Harry L. Fraser
Director
Harry L. Fraser
Screenplay
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Tonto Kid
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Tonto Kid about?
Lawyer Creech is after the ranch of the dying Cartwright. First he brings in Cahill to pose as the only living relative. Then when the Tonto Kid finds platinum on the ranch, Creech frames him for murder.
Who directed The Tonto Kid?
The Tonto Kid was directed by Harry L. Fraser.
Who stars in The Tonto Kid?
The principal cast of The Tonto Kid includes Rex Bell, Ruth Mix, Buzz Barton, Theodore Lorch, Joseph W. Girard.
When was The Tonto Kid released and how long is it?
The Tonto Kid was released in 1934 with a total runtime of 1h 1m.
Is The Tonto Kid based on a book or true story?
The Tonto Kid is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Christopher Booth".