California Firebrand
“CALIFORNIA HERE HE COMES!”
Synopsis
Directed by Philip Ford in 1948. When cowboy Monte Hale (Monte Hale) returns home to investigate his uncle's murder, he's mistaken for a fierce outlaw and is hired by the town's corrupt mayor, Lance Dawson (Douglas Evans), as the new sheriff. But Monte secretly works to undermine Dawson's land-grabbing schemes. Monte defends the feisty owner (Lorna Gray) of a gold mine that Dawson covets, although she is suspicious of the cowpoke's loyalties and demands that he prove himself.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 1, 1948
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Philip Ford
- Screenplay & Story
- J. Benton Cheney, John K. Butler
- Original Title
- California Firebrand
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 3m
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Philip Ford
J. Benton Cheney, John K. Butler, James R. Webb
Department Leadership Roster
Philip Ford
Director
J. Benton Cheney
Screenplay
John K. Butler
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About California Firebrand
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What is California Firebrand about?
Directed by Philip Ford in 1948. When cowboy Monte Hale (Monte Hale) returns home to investigate his uncle's murder, he's mistaken for a fierce outlaw and is hired by the town's corrupt mayor, Lance Dawson (Douglas Evans), as the new sheriff. But Monte secretly works to undermine Dawson's land-grabbing schemes. Monte defends the feisty owner (Lorna Gray) of a gold mine that Dawson covets, although she is suspicious of the cowpoke's loyalties and demands that he prove himself.
Who directed California Firebrand?
California Firebrand was directed by Philip Ford.
Who stars in California Firebrand?
The principal cast of California Firebrand includes Monte Hale, Lorna Gray, Paul Hurst, Alice Tyrrell, Tristram Coffin.
When was California Firebrand released and how long is it?
California Firebrand was released in 1948 with a total runtime of 1h 3m.