Thunder Trail
“Thrilling adventure romance!”
Synopsis
A wagon train is robbed by a gang of bandits who kill everyone but a pair of young brothers. Years later, the brothers join force to bring the bandits' leader to justice.
Top Cast
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Gilbert Roland
Arizona Dick Ames
Charles Bickford
Lee Tate
Marsha Hunt
Amy Morgan
J. Carrol Naish
Rafael Lopez
James Craig
Bob Tate
Monte Blue
Jeff Graves
Barlowe Borland
Jim Morgan
Billy Lee
Bob - at 8
William Duncan
John Ames
Gene Reynolds
Richard Ames - at 14
Earl Askam
Flinty - Henchman
Hank Bell
Barfly
Tex Cooper
Outrider
Edward Coxen
Wagon Passenger
Rube Dalroy
Barfly
Mary Foy
Pioneer Woman
Herman Hack
Baggage Man
Ray Hanford
Miner
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 21, 1937
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Barton
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Yost, Stuart Anthony
- Original Title
- Thunder Trail
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 58m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Barton
Robert Yost, Stuart Anthony, Zane Grey
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Barton
Director
Robert Yost
Screenplay
Stuart Anthony
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Thunder Trail
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Thunder Trail about?
A wagon train is robbed by a gang of bandits who kill everyone but a pair of young brothers. Years later, the brothers join force to bring the bandits' leader to justice.
Who directed Thunder Trail?
Thunder Trail was directed by Charles Barton.
Who stars in Thunder Trail?
The principal cast of Thunder Trail includes Gilbert Roland, Charles Bickford, Marsha Hunt, J. Carrol Naish, James Craig.
When was Thunder Trail released and how long is it?
Thunder Trail was released in 1937 with a total runtime of 58m.