Bandit Ranger
“IT'S A BAD DAY FOR BAD MEN!”
Synopsis
Rancher Clay Travers finds and brings in the body of ranger Frank Mattison, murdered on the road to Trail City, where he had been sent to deal with an outbreak of cattle rustling. Businessman Art Kenyon, who has hired gunman Ed Martin to impersonate Mattison to further his rustling schemes, quickly changes Martin's story and has Travers framed for the ranger's murder. Managing to escape, Travers must come up with proof to clear his name and bring the true killers to justice.
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"Ukulele Ike" Cliff Edwards performs "Move Along, Little Dogie" in "Bandit Ranger" (1942)
Type: Clip • Published 2010-06-30
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Tim Holt
Clay Travers
Cliff Edwards
Ike
Joan Barclay
Sally Mattison
Kenneth Harlan
Mark Kenyon
LeRoy Mason
Ed Martin
Glenn Strange
Frank Curtis
Jack Rockwell
Joe - Stage Driver
Frank Ellis
Dorn
Bob Kortman
Santos
Bud Geary
Hays
Dennis Moore
Frank Mattison
Russell Wade
Tex - Clay's Ranchhand
Ernie Adams
Kenyon's Clerk (uncredited)
Jess Cavin
Townsman (uncredited)
Bob Clark
Clay's Cowboy (uncredited)
Tex Driscoll
Townsman (uncredited)
Clem Fuller
Townsman (uncredited)
Neal Hart
Townsman in Bank (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 28, 1942
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lesley Selander
- Screenplay & Story
- Bennett Cohen, Morton Grant
- Original Score
- Roy Webb, Paul Sawtell
- Original Title
- Bandit Ranger
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 56m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lesley Selander
Bennett Cohen, Morton Grant
Roy Webb, Paul Sawtell
Nicholas Musuraca
Les Millbrook
Bert Gilroy
Department Leadership Roster
Lesley Selander
Director
Bennett Cohen
Screenplay
Morton Grant
Screenplay
Bert Gilroy
Producer
Les Millbrook
Editor
Nicholas Musuraca
Director of Photography
Roy Webb
Original Music Composer
Paul Sawtell
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bandit Ranger
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What is Bandit Ranger about?
Rancher Clay Travers finds and brings in the body of ranger Frank Mattison, murdered on the road to Trail City, where he had been sent to deal with an outbreak of cattle rustling. Businessman Art Kenyon, who has hired gunman Ed Martin to impersonate Mattison to further his rustling schemes, quickly changes Martin's story and has Travers framed for the ranger's murder. Managing to escape, Travers must come up with proof to clear his name and bring the true killers to justice.
Who directed Bandit Ranger?
Bandit Ranger was directed by Lesley Selander.
Who stars in Bandit Ranger?
The principal cast of Bandit Ranger includes Tim Holt, Cliff Edwards, Joan Barclay, Kenneth Harlan, LeRoy Mason.
When was Bandit Ranger released and how long is it?
Bandit Ranger was released in 1942 with a total runtime of 56m.
Who composed the musical score for Bandit Ranger?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Bandit Ranger was composed by Roy Webb, Paul Sawtell.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Bandit Ranger?
Bandit Ranger holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).