Prairie Express
“SCOUTIN' A SUICIDE STRIP!”
Synopsis
Johnny Mack Brown comes to the aid of a beleaguered female freight line operator in this standard Monogram oater directed by veteran Lambert Hillyer. Having saved his old friend Faro Jenkins and young Dave Porter from marauding outlaws, Ranger Johnny Hudson learns that the attack may be part of a concerted effort by bandits to drive Dave's sister Peggy out of the freight business. Unbeknownst to Johnny and the Porters, the crimes are committed on behalf of local banker Gordon Gregg who wants to bankrupt the freight business in order to take over the valuable Porter ranch.
Top Cast
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Johnny Mack Brown
Johnny Hudson
Raymond Hatton
Faro Jenkins
Virginia Belmont
Peggy Porter
Marshall Reed
Burke, Gang Leader
William Ruhl
Gordon Gregg
Robert Winkler
Dave Porter
Frank LaRue
Jarrett
Ted Adams
Henchman Lem
Steve Darrell
Sheriff Bill
Craig Duncan
Henchman Pete
Gary Garrett
Henchman Kent
Hank Worden
Deputy Clint
Bob McElroy
Henchman Joe
Carl Mathews
Henchman Collins
Boyd Stockman
Perry
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 24, 1947
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lambert Hillyer
- Screenplay & Story
- Anthony Coldeway, J. Benton Cheney
- Original Title
- Prairie Express
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 55m
- Production Studios
- Monogram Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lambert Hillyer
Anthony Coldeway, J. Benton Cheney
Department Leadership Roster
Lambert Hillyer
Director
Anthony Coldeway
Screenplay
J. Benton Cheney
Screenplay
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Prairie Express.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Prairie Express
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Prairie Express about?
Johnny Mack Brown comes to the aid of a beleaguered female freight line operator in this standard Monogram oater directed by veteran Lambert Hillyer. Having saved his old friend Faro Jenkins and young Dave Porter from marauding outlaws, Ranger Johnny Hudson learns that the attack may be part of a concerted effort by bandits to drive Dave's sister Peggy out of the freight business. Unbeknownst to Johnny and the Porters, the crimes are committed on behalf of local banker Gordon Gregg who wants to bankrupt the freight business in order to take over the valuable Porter ranch.
Who directed Prairie Express?
Prairie Express was directed by Lambert Hillyer.
Who stars in Prairie Express?
The principal cast of Prairie Express includes Johnny Mack Brown, Raymond Hatton, Virginia Belmont, Marshall Reed, William Ruhl.
When was Prairie Express released and how long is it?
Prairie Express was released in 1947 with a total runtime of 55m.