Desert Passage
“Gun-Storm Thunders Over Stolen Bank Cash!”
Synopsis
Parolee John Carver seeks the stolen money he has hidden, but so does his girlfriend, lawyer and cellmate. Tom and Chito are hired to get him across the border into Mexico and find themselves caught in the middle.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 29, 1952
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lesley Selander
- Screenplay & Story
- Norman Houston
- Original Score
- Paul Sawtell
- Original Title
- Desert Passage
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 2m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lesley Selander
Norman Houston
Paul Sawtell
J. Roy Hunt
Herman Schlom
Department Leadership Roster
Lesley Selander
Director
Norman Houston
Writer
J. Roy Hunt
Director of Photography
Herman Schlom
Producer
Paul Sawtell
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Desert Passage.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Desert Passage
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Desert Passage about?
Parolee John Carver seeks the stolen money he has hidden, but so does his girlfriend, lawyer and cellmate. Tom and Chito are hired to get him across the border into Mexico and find themselves caught in the middle.
Who directed Desert Passage?
Desert Passage was directed by Lesley Selander.
Who stars in Desert Passage?
The principal cast of Desert Passage includes Tim Holt, Joan Dixon, Walter Reed, Dorothy Patrick, John Dehner.
When was Desert Passage released and how long is it?
Desert Passage was released in 1952 with a total runtime of 1h 2m.
Who composed the musical score for Desert Passage?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Desert Passage was composed by Paul Sawtell.