Prairie Thunder
Synopsis
To increase profits for his shipping company, Lynch has goaded the Indians to attack both the telegraph line and the new railroad. When Lynch sells rifles to the Indians, Rod Farrell captures Lynch and his gang. But Lynch's Indian friends free him and this time Farrell finds himself the prisoner.
Top Cast
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Dick Foran
Rod Farrell
Janet Shaw
Joan Temple
Smoke
Smoke
Frank Orth
Wichita
Wilfred Lucas
Nate Temple
Albert J. Smith
Lynch
Yakima Canutt
High Wolf
George Chesebro
Matson
Slim Whitaker
Indian Fighter
J.P. McGowan
Col. Stanton
John Harron
Lt. Adams
Henry Otho
Chris
Chief John Big Tree
Indian (uncredited)
Buck Bucko
Lynch's Henchman (uncredited)
Bob Burns
Ed (uncredited)
Iron Eyes Cody
Indian (uncredited)
Buck Connors
Jed (uncredited)
Ben Corbett
Wagon Driver (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 10, 1937
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- B. Reeves Eason
- Screenplay & Story
- Ed Earl Repp
- Original Title
- Prairie Thunder
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 55m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
B. Reeves Eason
Ed Earl Repp
Ted D. McCord
Harold McLernon
Department Leadership Roster
Harold McLernon
Editor
Ted D. McCord
Director of Photography
B. Reeves Eason
Director
Ed Earl Repp
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Prairie Thunder
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Prairie Thunder about?
To increase profits for his shipping company, Lynch has goaded the Indians to attack both the telegraph line and the new railroad. When Lynch sells rifles to the Indians, Rod Farrell captures Lynch and his gang. But Lynch's Indian friends free him and this time Farrell finds himself the prisoner.
Who directed Prairie Thunder?
Prairie Thunder was directed by B. Reeves Eason.
Who stars in Prairie Thunder?
The principal cast of Prairie Thunder includes Dick Foran, Janet Shaw, Smoke, Frank Orth, Wilfred Lucas.
When was Prairie Thunder released and how long is it?
Prairie Thunder was released in 1937 with a total runtime of 55m.