

Prairie Pioneers
Synopsis
It is 1853 and settlers are pouring into California which means trouble for the old Spanish landowners. The El Dorado Mine Co. wants the land of Don Ortega for the minerals and is using the settlers and his friend Don Carlos to take the land over. But Tucson is on the side of Roberto and see's that something is not right with all the trouble they have been having. But the situation turns ugly for Don Ortega when Roberto is set up for a murder he did not commit.

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Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Robert Livingston
Stony Brooke
Bob Steele
Tucson Smith
Rufe Davis
Lullaby Joslin
Esther Estrella
Dolores Ortega
Robert Kellard
Roberto Ortega
Guy D'Ennery
Don Miguel Ortega
Davison Clark
Don Carlos Montoya
Jack Ingram
Wade - Henchman
Kenneth MacDonald
Fields (as Ken MacDonald)
Lee Shumway
Nelson
Mary MacLaren
Martha Nelson
Yakima Canutt
Morrison - Henchman
Jack Kirk
Al - Settler
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 16, 1941
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lester Orlebeck
- Screenplay & Story
- Barry Shipman
- Original Title
- Prairie Pioneers
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 58m
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lester Orlebeck
Barry Shipman
Department Leadership Roster
Barry Shipman
Writer
Lester Orlebeck
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Prairie Pioneers
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Prairie Pioneers about?
It is 1853 and settlers are pouring into California which means trouble for the old Spanish landowners. The El Dorado Mine Co. wants the land of Don Ortega for the minerals and is using the settlers and his friend Don Carlos to take the land over. But Tucson is on the side of Roberto and see's that something is not right with all the trouble they have been having. But the situation turns ugly for Don Ortega when Roberto is set up for a murder he did not commit.
Who directed Prairie Pioneers?
Prairie Pioneers was directed by Lester Orlebeck.
Who stars in Prairie Pioneers?
The principal cast of Prairie Pioneers includes Robert Livingston, Bob Steele, Rufe Davis, Esther Estrella, Robert Kellard.
When was Prairie Pioneers released and how long is it?
Prairie Pioneers was released in 1941 with a total runtime of 58m.




















