South of Rio
“The West's Toughest Ranger Takes A Lone Stand Against The Desperate "Bryson Gang"”
Synopsis
The town of Rio Blanco is the center of a fight over the statehood issue and is a perfect setup for Lon Bryson and Chuck Bowers, who organize a couple of phony protection associations. Opposing them is Henry Waterman, publisher of the Rio Blanco Herald. He and his assistant, Andrew Jackson Weems, send for the help of the Territorial Rangers. One of the dispatched Rangers is Jeff Lanning who, unknown to him, has a brother as a member of the gang under an assumed name of Bob Mitchell. Jeff is so shocked at seeing his brother gun down Waterman that he is unable to act in time to prevent it. Unable to explain the cause of is inaction, he is suspended by the governor. Unable to persuade his brother to quit the gang, Jeff, with the aid of Weems and Waterman's daughter Carol, begins his quest to bring the outlaws to justice.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 29, 1949
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Philip Ford
- Screenplay & Story
- Norman S. Hall
- Original Title
- South of Rio
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Philip Ford
Norman S. Hall
Department Leadership Roster
Philip Ford
Director
Norman S. Hall
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About South of Rio
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What is South of Rio about?
The town of Rio Blanco is the center of a fight over the statehood issue and is a perfect setup for Lon Bryson and Chuck Bowers, who organize a couple of phony protection associations. Opposing them is Henry Waterman, publisher of the Rio Blanco Herald. He and his assistant, Andrew Jackson Weems, send for the help of the Territorial Rangers. One of the dispatched Rangers is Jeff Lanning who, unknown to him, has a brother as a member of the gang under an assumed name of Bob Mitchell. Jeff is so shocked at seeing his brother gun down Waterman that he is unable to act in time to prevent it. Unable to explain the cause of is inaction, he is suspended by the governor. Unable to persuade his brother to quit the gang, Jeff, with the aid of Weems and Waterman's daughter Carol, begins his quest to bring the outlaws to justice.
Who directed South of Rio?
South of Rio was directed by Philip Ford.
Who stars in South of Rio?
The principal cast of South of Rio includes Monte Hale, Kay Christopher, Paul Hurst, Roy Barcroft, Douglas Kennedy.
When was South of Rio released and how long is it?
South of Rio was released in 1949 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.