Pistol Packin' Mama
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Synopsis
Two tuneful gamblers gambol across the country in a struggle for the money they need to run their respective casinos. It all begins when gangsters oust a gambler from the Big Apple. In need of quick cash, he goes to Las Vegas and enters a casino owned by a tough but pretty young woman. Cheating like crazy, the gambler breaks the house back and takes his considerable winnings back to New York to open his own casino. The woman is in hot pursuit and eagerly plans to turn the tables in her favor.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 15, 1943
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Woodruff
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward Dein, Fred Schiller
- Original Title
- Pistol Packin' Mama
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 4m
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Woodruff
Edward Dein, Fred Schiller, Arthur Caesar, Sammy Cahn
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Woodruff
Director
Edward Dein
Screenplay
Fred Schiller
Screenplay
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What is Pistol Packin' Mama about?
Two tuneful gamblers gambol across the country in a struggle for the money they need to run their respective casinos. It all begins when gangsters oust a gambler from the Big Apple. In need of quick cash, he goes to Las Vegas and enters a casino owned by a tough but pretty young woman. Cheating like crazy, the gambler breaks the house back and takes his considerable winnings back to New York to open his own casino. The woman is in hot pursuit and eagerly plans to turn the tables in her favor.
Who directed Pistol Packin' Mama?
Pistol Packin' Mama was directed by Frank Woodruff.
Who stars in Pistol Packin' Mama?
The principal cast of Pistol Packin' Mama includes Ruth Terry, Robert Livingston, Wally Vernon, Jack La Rue, Kirk Alyn.
When was Pistol Packin' Mama released and how long is it?
Pistol Packin' Mama was released in 1943 with a total runtime of 1h 4m.