The Border Legion
Synopsis
Cowhand Jim Cleve is wrongly accused of murder and rescued by Jack Kells, leader of a band of Idaho outlaws known as the Border Legion. But when the Legion takes Joan Randall prisoner and leaves Cleve to guard her, he realizes that he cannot remain part of an outlaw band and decides to rescue Joan.
Top Cast
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Jack Holt
Jack Kells
Fay Wray
Joan Randall
Richard Arlen
Jim Cleve
Eugene Pallette
Bunco Davis
Stanley Fields
Hack Gulden
E.H. Calvert
Judge Savin
Ethan Allen
George Randall
Syd Saylor
Shrimp
Hank Bell
Kells Gang Member (uncredited)
Jim Corey
Kells Gang Member (uncredited)
Pat Harmon
Kells Gang Member (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 28, 1930
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edwin H. Knopf, Otto Brower
- Screenplay & Story
- Percy Heath, Zane Grey, Edward E. Paramore Jr.
- Original Score
- Oscar Potoker
- Original Title
- The Border Legion
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edwin H. Knopf, Otto Brower
Percy Heath, Zane Grey, Edward E. Paramore Jr.
Oscar Potoker
Mack Stengler
Department Leadership Roster
Edwin H. Knopf
Director
Otto Brower
Director
Percy Heath
Writer
Edward E. Paramore Jr.
Writer
Mack Stengler
Director of Photography
Oscar Potoker
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Border Legion.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Border Legion
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Border Legion about?
Cowhand Jim Cleve is wrongly accused of murder and rescued by Jack Kells, leader of a band of Idaho outlaws known as the Border Legion. But when the Legion takes Joan Randall prisoner and leaves Cleve to guard her, he realizes that he cannot remain part of an outlaw band and decides to rescue Joan.
Who directed The Border Legion?
The Border Legion was directed by Edwin H. Knopf, Otto Brower.
Who stars in The Border Legion?
The principal cast of The Border Legion includes Jack Holt, Fay Wray, Richard Arlen, Eugene Pallette, Stanley Fields.
When was The Border Legion released and how long is it?
The Border Legion was released in 1930 with a total runtime of 1h 8m.
Who composed the musical score for The Border Legion?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Border Legion was composed by Oscar Potoker.
Is The Border Legion based on a book or true story?
The Border Legion is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Zane Grey".