The Dark Horse
“When Kelly Runs For Office The Town Runs For Cover!”
Synopsis
Story of a war veteran, who is persuaded by a machine politico to run for alderman. He finds that disreputable politicians are using his war record to push through some shady legislation, so he renounces these hacks.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 19, 1946
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Will Jason
- Screenplay & Story
- Sam Hellman, Leo Solomon, Charles R. Marion
- Original Score
- Hans J. Salter
- Original Title
- The Dark Horse
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 59m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Will Jason
Sam Hellman, Leo Solomon, Charles R. Marion
Hans J. Salter
Paul Ivano
Paul Landres
Howard Welsch
Department Leadership Roster
Vera West
Costume Design
Paul Ivano
Director of Photography
Paul Landres
Editor
Will Jason
Director
Leo Solomon
Writer
Charles R. Marion
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Dark Horse
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Dark Horse about?
Story of a war veteran, who is persuaded by a machine politico to run for alderman. He finds that disreputable politicians are using his war record to push through some shady legislation, so he renounces these hacks.
Who directed The Dark Horse?
The Dark Horse was directed by Will Jason.
Who stars in The Dark Horse?
The principal cast of The Dark Horse includes Phillip Terry, Ann Savage, Allen Jenkins, Jane Darwell, Donald MacBride.
When was The Dark Horse released and how long is it?
The Dark Horse was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 59m.
Who composed the musical score for The Dark Horse?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Dark Horse was composed by Hans J. Salter.