Riders of the Purple Cows
“Daisy Plunkett, the girl, who, in spite of her college education, thought cowslips were knickers for cows.”
Synopsis
When a gang of outlaws put Andy Clyde's ranch house under siege, daughter Alice Day recruits college heart throb Ralph Graves to save daddy.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 18, 1924
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ralph Ceder
- Screenplay & Story
- John A. Waldron, Frank Capra
- Original Title
- Riders of the Purple Cows
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 20m
- Production Studios
- Mack Sennett Comedies
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ralph Ceder
John A. Waldron, Frank Capra
Mack Sennett
Department Leadership Roster
John A. Waldron
Writer
Ralph Ceder
Director
Frank Capra
Writer
Mack Sennett
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Riders of the Purple Cows
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Riders of the Purple Cows about?
When a gang of outlaws put Andy Clyde's ranch house under siege, daughter Alice Day recruits college heart throb Ralph Graves to save daddy.
Who directed Riders of the Purple Cows?
Riders of the Purple Cows was directed by Ralph Ceder.
Who stars in Riders of the Purple Cows?
The principal cast of Riders of the Purple Cows includes Ralph Graves, Alice Day, Andy Clyde, Vernon Dent, Tiny Ward.
When was Riders of the Purple Cows released and how long is it?
Riders of the Purple Cows was released in 1924 with a total runtime of 20m.