Laramie
Synopsis
A major Indian uprising is expected and Wyoming military posts are alerted. Colonel Dennison is meeting with Chief Eagle and his son Running Wolf when Chief Eagle is mysteriously shot. Steve Holden, an agent for the government peace commission, with the aid of a wandering shoemaker, Smiley, discover the troubles and the Chief's murder have been instigated by Cronin, the regimental scout, for personal gain for he and his gang of outlaws.
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Top Cast
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Charles Starrett
Steve Holden / Durango Kid
Fred F. Sears
Colonel Ron Dennison (as Fred Sears)
Tommy Ivo
Denny Dennison
Elton Britt
Singing Sergeant
Smiley Burnette
Smiley Burnette
Jay Silverheels
Running Wolf (uncredited)
Emile Avery
Trooper (uncredited)
John Cason
Henchman (uncredited)
Jim Diehl
L.D. Brecker (uncredited)
Myron Healey
Lieutenant Reed (uncredited)
Ethan Laidlaw
Henchman (uncredited)
Nolan Leary
Commissioner Briggs (uncredited)
George Lloyd
Sergeant Duff (uncredited)
Kermit Maynard
Stage Driver #1 (uncredited)
Rodd Redwing
Indian Lookout (uncredited)
Sandy Sanders
Lieutenant (uncredited)
Charles Soldani
Indian (uncredited)
Shooting Star
Chief Eagle (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 19, 1949
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ray Nazarro
- Screenplay & Story
- Barry Shipman
- Original Title
- Laramie
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 55m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ray Nazarro
Barry Shipman
Rex Wimpy
Paul Borofsky
Colbert Clark
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Borofsky
Editor
Rex Wimpy
Director of Photography
Colbert Clark
Producer
Ray Nazarro
Director
Barry Shipman
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Laramie
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Laramie about?
A major Indian uprising is expected and Wyoming military posts are alerted. Colonel Dennison is meeting with Chief Eagle and his son Running Wolf when Chief Eagle is mysteriously shot. Steve Holden, an agent for the government peace commission, with the aid of a wandering shoemaker, Smiley, discover the troubles and the Chief's murder have been instigated by Cronin, the regimental scout, for personal gain for he and his gang of outlaws.
Who directed Laramie?
Laramie was directed by Ray Nazarro.
Who stars in Laramie?
The principal cast of Laramie includes Charles Starrett, Fred F. Sears, Tommy Ivo, Elton Britt, Smiley Burnette.
When was Laramie released and how long is it?
Laramie was released in 1949 with a total runtime of 55m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Laramie?
Laramie holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).