Winds of the Wasteland
“A six-shooter writes the law as war flames on the range! Adventure---as bullets blaze the pioneer trail!”
Synopsis
The arrival of the telegraph put Pony Express riders like John Blair and his pal Smoky out of work. A race will decide whether they or stageline owner Drake get the government mail contract.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 6, 1936
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 1, 2005
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mack V. Wright
- Screenplay & Story
- Joseph F. Poland
- Original Title
- Winds of the Wasteland
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 54m
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mack V. Wright
Joseph F. Poland
William Nobles
Robert Jahns
Nat Levine
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Mack V. Wright
Director
Nat Levine
Producer
Robert Jahns
Editor
William Nobles
Director of Photography
Joseph F. Poland
Screenplay
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
Parental Guidance Suggested.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Winds of the Wasteland
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What is Winds of the Wasteland about?
The arrival of the telegraph put Pony Express riders like John Blair and his pal Smoky out of work. A race will decide whether they or stageline owner Drake get the government mail contract.
Who directed Winds of the Wasteland?
Winds of the Wasteland was directed by Mack V. Wright.
Who stars in Winds of the Wasteland?
The principal cast of Winds of the Wasteland includes John Wayne, Phyllis Fraser, Lew Kelly, Douglas Cosgrove, Lane Chandler.
When was Winds of the Wasteland released and how long is it?
Winds of the Wasteland was released in 1936 with a total runtime of 54m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Winds of the Wasteland?
Winds of the Wasteland holds official age classifications: AU: PG (Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.); CA: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).