

Ragtime Cowboy Joe
“A bold buckaroo and his croonin' side-kick!”
Synopsis
Universal's Ragtime Cowboy Joe is a modern western with a dash of music, not unlike the standard fare at Republic Pictures. The title character is a confused cowhand played by Fuzzy Knight, while the hero is Steve (Johnny Mack Brown), an undercover detective on the prowl for cattle rustlers.
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September 19, 1940
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ray Taylor
- Screenplay & Story
- Sherman L. Lowe
- Original Title
- Ragtime Cowboy Joe
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ray Taylor
Sherman L. Lowe
Department Leadership Roster
Ray Taylor
Director
Sherman L. Lowe
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ragtime Cowboy Joe
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ragtime Cowboy Joe about?
Universal's Ragtime Cowboy Joe is a modern western with a dash of music, not unlike the standard fare at Republic Pictures. The title character is a confused cowhand played by Fuzzy Knight, while the hero is Steve (Johnny Mack Brown), an undercover detective on the prowl for cattle rustlers.
Who directed Ragtime Cowboy Joe?
Ragtime Cowboy Joe was directed by Ray Taylor.
Who stars in Ragtime Cowboy Joe?
The principal cast of Ragtime Cowboy Joe includes Johnny Mack Brown, Fuzzy Knight, Nell O'Day, Dick Curtis, Lynn Merrick.
When was Ragtime Cowboy Joe released and how long is it?
Ragtime Cowboy Joe was released in 1940 with a total runtime of 1h 8m.




















