Rangers of Fortune
“RED-BLOODED SAGA OF A LAWLESS LAND!”
Synopsis
An US Army misfit and his pals roam the west in search of adventure. Arriving in a small town, they befriend the elderly newspaper editor and his young granddaughter. The trio learn that the community is under the thumb of a covetous land baron, who's endeavoring to push out ranch owners and take over the territory.
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Fred MacMurray
Gil Farra
Patricia Morison
Sharon McCloud
Albert Dekker
George Bird
Gilbert Roland
Antonio Hernandez Sierra
Joseph Schildkraut
Col. Lewis Rebstock
Dick Foran
Johnny Cash
Minor Watson
Clem Bowdry
Betty Brewer
Mary Elizabeth 'Squib' Clayborn
Arthur B. Allen
Mr. Prout
Bernard Nedell
Tod Shelby
Brandon Tynan
Homer Granville Clayborn
Rosa Turich
Caressa
Erville Alderson
Mr. Ellis
Richard Alexander
Water Thug
Hank Bell
Townsman
Harry Burslem
Townsman
Rod Cameron
Shelby Henchman
Jack Casey
Townsman
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 27, 1940
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sam Wood
- Screenplay & Story
- Frank Butler
- Original Title
- Rangers of Fortune
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sam Wood
Frank Butler
Department Leadership Roster
Sam Wood
Director
Frank Butler
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rangers of Fortune
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What is Rangers of Fortune about?
An US Army misfit and his pals roam the west in search of adventure. Arriving in a small town, they befriend the elderly newspaper editor and his young granddaughter. The trio learn that the community is under the thumb of a covetous land baron, who's endeavoring to push out ranch owners and take over the territory.
Who directed Rangers of Fortune?
Rangers of Fortune was directed by Sam Wood.
Who stars in Rangers of Fortune?
The principal cast of Rangers of Fortune includes Fred MacMurray, Patricia Morison, Albert Dekker, Gilbert Roland, Joseph Schildkraut.
When was Rangers of Fortune released and how long is it?
Rangers of Fortune was released in 1940 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.