Shadows of the West
“He Whips Up Hot Action For Outlaws!”
Synopsis
U.S. Marshal Whip Wilson (Whip Wilson) decides to take a vacation and visit his old friend Winks Grayson (Andy Clyde), the ex-sheriff. Upon his arrival Whip learns of Winks' suspicions regarding newly-elected Sheriff Tanner (William Ruhl as William H. Ruhl), and the story of a frame-up of Paul Davis (Ted Adams) and his son Bud (Riley Hill), now being released from prison. Following a holdup and a killing, a band of outlaws hide at the Davis ranch, implicating them again. Paul is hot and Bud goes to jail. Whip and Winks work to clear Bud and expose the real leader of the outlaw gang.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 24, 1949
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ray Taylor
- Screenplay & Story
- Adele Buffington
- Original Title
- Shadows of the West
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 59m
- Production Studios
- Monogram Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ray Taylor
Adele Buffington
Department Leadership Roster
Ray Taylor
Director
Adele Buffington
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shadows of the West
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What is Shadows of the West about?
U.S. Marshal Whip Wilson (Whip Wilson) decides to take a vacation and visit his old friend Winks Grayson (Andy Clyde), the ex-sheriff. Upon his arrival Whip learns of Winks' suspicions regarding newly-elected Sheriff Tanner (William Ruhl as William H. Ruhl), and the story of a frame-up of Paul Davis (Ted Adams) and his son Bud (Riley Hill), now being released from prison. Following a holdup and a killing, a band of outlaws hide at the Davis ranch, implicating them again. Paul is hot and Bud goes to jail. Whip and Winks work to clear Bud and expose the real leader of the outlaw gang.
Who directed Shadows of the West?
Shadows of the West was directed by Ray Taylor.
Who stars in Shadows of the West?
The principal cast of Shadows of the West includes Whip Wilson, Andy Clyde, Reno Browne, Riley Hill, Bill Kennedy.
When was Shadows of the West released and how long is it?
Shadows of the West was released in 1949 with a total runtime of 59m.