Fighting Bill Fargo
“He Crusades for Law...with a Crashing Colt!”
Synopsis
Johnny Mack Brown essays the title role in Universal's Fighting Bill Forgo. Returning to his home town, Bill Fargo takes over the operation of his late father's newspaper. He quickly gets swept up in political intrigue fomented by political boss Hackett (Kenneth Harlan), who has a cute habit of rubbing out any and all honest candidates for the sheriff's office.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 9, 1941
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ray Taylor
- Screenplay & Story
- Paul Franklin, Dorcas Cochran, Arthur V. Jones
- Original Title
- Fighting Bill Fargo
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 57m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ray Taylor
Paul Franklin, Dorcas Cochran, Arthur V. Jones
Department Leadership Roster
Ray Taylor
Director
Paul Franklin
Screenplay
Dorcas Cochran
Screenplay
Arthur V. Jones
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fighting Bill Fargo
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Fighting Bill Fargo about?
Johnny Mack Brown essays the title role in Universal's Fighting Bill Forgo. Returning to his home town, Bill Fargo takes over the operation of his late father's newspaper. He quickly gets swept up in political intrigue fomented by political boss Hackett (Kenneth Harlan), who has a cute habit of rubbing out any and all honest candidates for the sheriff's office.
Who directed Fighting Bill Fargo?
Fighting Bill Fargo was directed by Ray Taylor.
Who stars in Fighting Bill Fargo?
The principal cast of Fighting Bill Fargo includes Johnny Mack Brown, Fuzzy Knight, Jean Brooks, Kenneth Harlan, Nell O'Day.
When was Fighting Bill Fargo released and how long is it?
Fighting Bill Fargo was released in 1941 with a total runtime of 57m.