The Gunfighter
Synopsis
Billy Buell (William Farnum), a stranger involving himself with a long-standing mountain feud. The Benchleys and the Camps have been feuding ever since Lew Camp (J. Morris Foster) learned that his daughter Nellie (Doris May) was stolen by Jacob Benchley (Arthur Morrison) to replace a dead Benchley baby. Buell, who has fallen in love with Nellie, returns her to her mother (Virginia True Boardman). That doesn't sit well with the Benchley clan, who arrive for a final shootout.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 2, 1923
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lynn Reynolds
- Screenplay & Story
- Lynn Reynolds, Max Brand
- Original Title
- The Gunfighter
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 54m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lynn Reynolds
Lynn Reynolds, Max Brand
Devereaux Jennings
Department Leadership Roster
Lynn Reynolds
Director
Lynn Reynolds
Writer
Devereaux Jennings
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Gunfighter
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What is The Gunfighter about?
Billy Buell (William Farnum), a stranger involving himself with a long-standing mountain feud. The Benchleys and the Camps have been feuding ever since Lew Camp (J. Morris Foster) learned that his daughter Nellie (Doris May) was stolen by Jacob Benchley (Arthur Morrison) to replace a dead Benchley baby. Buell, who has fallen in love with Nellie, returns her to her mother (Virginia True Boardman). That doesn't sit well with the Benchley clan, who arrive for a final shootout.
Who directed The Gunfighter?
The Gunfighter was directed by Lynn Reynolds.
Who stars in The Gunfighter?
The principal cast of The Gunfighter includes William Farnum, Doris May, Lee Shumway, J. Morris Foster, Virginia True Boardman.
When was The Gunfighter released and how long is it?
The Gunfighter was released in 1923 with a total runtime of 54m.