The Vigilantes Return
“Gun Slinging---THRILLS ALONG THE MONTANA FRONTIER!”
Synopsis
Marshal Johnnie Taggart, posing as an outlaw named "Ace" Braddock, comes to Bannack, Montana to restore law and order. But he is recognized by Kitty, co-owner with Clay Curtwright of the infamous Bull Whip saloon. But "bad-girl" Kitty keeps her mouth shut. When Johnnie's pal Andy reports a stage holdup, Curtwright's henchman, Ben Borden, talks the sheriff and Judge Holden into suspecting Johnnie. Johnnie reveals himself to Judge Holden as a government marshal, and the judge voices his opinion that Curtwright is the leader of the road agents, but voices it in the presence of his granddaughter, Louise Holden.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 31, 1947
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ray Taylor
- Screenplay & Story
- Roy Chanslor
- Original Score
- Frank Skinner
- Original Title
- The Vigilantes Return
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 3m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ray Taylor
Roy Chanslor
Frank Skinner
Virgil Miller
Paul Landres
Howard Welsch
Department Leadership Roster
Virgil Miller
Director of Photography
Rosemary Odell
Costume Design
Frank Skinner
Original Music Composer
Paul Landres
Editor
Howard Welsch
Producer
Ray Taylor
Director
Roy Chanslor
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Vigilantes Return
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What is The Vigilantes Return about?
Marshal Johnnie Taggart, posing as an outlaw named "Ace" Braddock, comes to Bannack, Montana to restore law and order. But he is recognized by Kitty, co-owner with Clay Curtwright of the infamous Bull Whip saloon. But "bad-girl" Kitty keeps her mouth shut. When Johnnie's pal Andy reports a stage holdup, Curtwright's henchman, Ben Borden, talks the sheriff and Judge Holden into suspecting Johnnie. Johnnie reveals himself to Judge Holden as a government marshal, and the judge voices his opinion that Curtwright is the leader of the road agents, but voices it in the presence of his granddaughter, Louise Holden.
Who directed The Vigilantes Return?
The Vigilantes Return was directed by Ray Taylor.
Who stars in The Vigilantes Return?
The principal cast of The Vigilantes Return includes Jon Hall, Margaret Lindsay, Andy Devine, Paula Drew, Jack Lambert.
When was The Vigilantes Return released and how long is it?
The Vigilantes Return was released in 1947 with a total runtime of 1h 3m.
Who composed the musical score for The Vigilantes Return?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Vigilantes Return was composed by Frank Skinner.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Vigilantes Return?
The Vigilantes Return holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).