The Oklahoma Kid
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Synopsis
McCord's gang robs the stage carrying money to pay Indians for their land, and the notorious outlaw "The Oklahoma Kid" Jim Kincaid takes the money from McCord. McCord stakes a "sooner" claim on land which is to be used for a new town; in exchange for giving it up, he gets control of gambling and saloons. When Kincaid's father runs for mayor, McCord incites a mob to lynch the old man whom McCord has already framed for murder.
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James Cagney
Jim Kincaid
Humphrey Bogart
Whip McCord
Rosemary Lane
Jane Hardwick
Donald Crisp
Judge Hardwick
Harvey Stephens
Ned Kincaid
Hugh Sothern
John Kincaid
Charles Middleton
Alec Martin
Edward Pawley
Doolin
Ward Bond
Wes Handley
Lew Harvey
Curley
Trevor Bardette
Indian Jack Pasco
John Miljan
Ringo
Arthur Aylesworth
Judge Morgan
Irving Bacon
Hotel Clerk
Joe Devlin
Keely
Wade Boteler
Sheriff
Gene Alsace
McCord Henchman (uncredited)
Earl Askam
Joe - Train Mail Clerk (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
Tulsa, Oklahoma
Festival / Special Debut
March 11, 1939
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lloyd Bacon
- Screenplay & Story
- Warren Duff, Robert Buckner, Edward E. Paramore Jr.
- Original Score
- Max Steiner
- Original Title
- The Oklahoma Kid
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lloyd Bacon
Warren Duff, Robert Buckner, Edward E. Paramore Jr., Wally Kline
Max Steiner
James Wong Howe
Owen Marks
Jack L. Warner, Hal B. Wallis
Department Leadership Roster
Lloyd Bacon
Director
Warren Duff
Screenplay
Robert Buckner
Screenplay
Edward E. Paramore Jr.
Screenplay
Max Steiner
Original Music Composer
James Wong Howe
Director of Photography
Owen Marks
Editor
Orry-Kelly
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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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 Oklahoma Kid
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What is The Oklahoma Kid about?
McCord's gang robs the stage carrying money to pay Indians for their land, and the notorious outlaw "The Oklahoma Kid" Jim Kincaid takes the money from McCord. McCord stakes a "sooner" claim on land which is to be used for a new town; in exchange for giving it up, he gets control of gambling and saloons. When Kincaid's father runs for mayor, McCord incites a mob to lynch the old man whom McCord has already framed for murder.
Who directed The Oklahoma Kid?
The Oklahoma Kid was directed by Lloyd Bacon.
Who stars in The Oklahoma Kid?
The principal cast of The Oklahoma Kid includes James Cagney, Humphrey Bogart, Rosemary Lane, Donald Crisp, Harvey Stephens.
When was The Oklahoma Kid released and how long is it?
The Oklahoma Kid was released in 1939 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for The Oklahoma Kid?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Oklahoma Kid was composed by Max Steiner.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Oklahoma Kid?
The Oklahoma Kid holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).