Gun Smoke
“A "Western" that's different!”
Synopsis
Following a killing and robbery in a big city back east, gang leader Kedge Darvas and some of his henchies take a train to a small western town in Idaho, with intentions of hiding out there until things cool down back in Chi or NYC, or wherever they lammed from.They are welcomed with open arms by the citizens under the impression they are there as capital investors with money to spend. Before long, Darvas figures the town is ripe for the taking and sends word for reinforcements, and each arriving train unloads a few suits and snappy-brim hats.Then they get rough, kill Sheriff Posey Meed and rile up the citizens, led by cowhand Brad Farley, who had Darvas spotted for a wrong number just by the way he made moves on Sue Vancey.
Top Cast
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Richard Arlen
Brad Farley
Mary Brian
Sue Vancey
Eugene Pallette
Stub Wallock
William 'Stage' Boyd
Kedge Darvis
Louise Fazenda
Hampsey Dell
Charles Winninger
Tack Gillup
Guy Oliver
Posey Meed
James Durkin
J.K. Horton
Brooks Benedict
Spot Skee
William V. Mong
Strike Jackson
William Arnold
Mugs Maransa (uncredited)
Bob Card
Cowhand (uncredited)
Willie Fung
Wong (uncredited)
Ethan Laidlaw
Gangster (uncredited)
Tom London
Hank Bailey (uncredited)
Stanley Mack
Jassy Quinn (uncredited)
J. Carrol Naish
Mink Gordon (uncredited)
Imboden Parrish
Reporter (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 10, 1931
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward Sloman
- Screenplay & Story
- Grover Jones, William Slavens McNutt
- Original Title
- Gun Smoke
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward Sloman
Grover Jones, William Slavens McNutt
Archie Stout
Department Leadership Roster
Edward Sloman
Director
Archie Stout
Director of Photography
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 Gun Smoke
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Gun Smoke about?
Following a killing and robbery in a big city back east, gang leader Kedge Darvas and some of his henchies take a train to a small western town in Idaho, with intentions of hiding out there until things cool down back in Chi or NYC, or wherever they lammed from.They are welcomed with open arms by the citizens under the impression they are there as capital investors with money to spend. Before long, Darvas figures the town is ripe for the taking and sends word for reinforcements, and each arriving train unloads a few suits and snappy-brim hats.Then they get rough, kill Sheriff Posey Meed and rile up the citizens, led by cowhand Brad Farley, who had Darvas spotted for a wrong number just by the way he made moves on Sue Vancey.
Who directed Gun Smoke?
Gun Smoke was directed by Edward Sloman.
Who stars in Gun Smoke?
The principal cast of Gun Smoke includes Richard Arlen, Mary Brian, Eugene Pallette, William 'Stage' Boyd, Louise Fazenda.
When was Gun Smoke released and how long is it?
Gun Smoke was released in 1931 with a total runtime of 1h 5m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Gun Smoke?
Gun Smoke holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).