Under the Tonto Rim
Synopsis
Gold miner Edd Denmeade loves Lucy Watson, the sister of the official mining claim recorder. Denmeade suspects Watson of killing his father, who after a poker game was shot by a gambler "who shuffles with one hand." The real murderer, Sam Spralls, has convinced Watson that he killed Denmeade and threatens to expose him unless Watson assigns him all the gold claims. Spralls assembles a band of killers to jump the claims when Watson complies. Eventually, Denmeade learns the identity of the killer when he sees Spralls shuffle a deck of cards. He forms a vigilante party and rids the community of Spralls and his gang.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 4, 1928
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Herman C. Raymaker
- Screenplay & Story
- Zane Grey, J. Walter Ruben
- Original Title
- Under the Tonto Rim
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Famous Lasky Corporation, Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Herman C. Raymaker
Zane Grey, J. Walter Ruben
Charles Schoenbaum
William Shea
Department Leadership Roster
Herman C. Raymaker
Director
Charles Schoenbaum
Director of Photography
William Shea
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Under the Tonto Rim
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Under the Tonto Rim about?
Gold miner Edd Denmeade loves Lucy Watson, the sister of the official mining claim recorder. Denmeade suspects Watson of killing his father, who after a poker game was shot by a gambler "who shuffles with one hand." The real murderer, Sam Spralls, has convinced Watson that he killed Denmeade and threatens to expose him unless Watson assigns him all the gold claims. Spralls assembles a band of killers to jump the claims when Watson complies. Eventually, Denmeade learns the identity of the killer when he sees Spralls shuffle a deck of cards. He forms a vigilante party and rids the community of Spralls and his gang.
Who directed Under the Tonto Rim?
Under the Tonto Rim was directed by Herman C. Raymaker.
Who stars in Under the Tonto Rim?
The principal cast of Under the Tonto Rim includes Richard Arlen, Mary Brian, Alfred Allen, Jack Luden, Harry T. Morey.
When was Under the Tonto Rim released and how long is it?
Under the Tonto Rim was released in 1928 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Is Under the Tonto Rim based on a book or true story?
Under the Tonto Rim is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Zane Grey".