The Stranger
Synopsis
After a luckless prospecting trip, Billy starts homeward across the desert, mounted on his little burro with his pick, shovel and pack strapped up behind him. Finally he comes in sight of Red Dog Gulch and, hungry and thirsty, he pushes on toward the city. Susie is the daughter of the town drunkard. She starts out on her horse for a little ride, and a little way from town is attacked by Pedro and Little Casino, two Mexicans, who try to steal her horse. Billy happens along, runs the Mexicans off and takes Susie back to town.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1918
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Arvid E. Gillstrom
- Screenplay & Story
- Rex Taylor
- Original Title
- The Stranger
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 14m
- Production Studios
- King Bee Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Arvid E. Gillstrom
Rex Taylor
Louis Burstein
Department Leadership Roster
Arvid E. Gillstrom
Director
Louis Burstein
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Stranger
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What is The Stranger about?
After a luckless prospecting trip, Billy starts homeward across the desert, mounted on his little burro with his pick, shovel and pack strapped up behind him. Finally he comes in sight of Red Dog Gulch and, hungry and thirsty, he pushes on toward the city. Susie is the daughter of the town drunkard. She starts out on her horse for a little ride, and a little way from town is attacked by Pedro and Little Casino, two Mexicans, who try to steal her horse. Billy happens along, runs the Mexicans off and takes Susie back to town.
Who directed The Stranger?
The Stranger was directed by Arvid E. Gillstrom.
Who stars in The Stranger?
The principal cast of The Stranger includes Billy West, Leatrice Joy, Bud Ross, Oliver Hardy, Leo White.
When was The Stranger released and how long is it?
The Stranger was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 14m.