Star of Texas
“Jail-break raiders terrorize texas!”
Synopsis
Ed Ryan is a Texas ranger who goes undercover to trap a criminal gang headed by Luke Andrews. Posing as the wanted killer Robert Larkin, Ed is able to move freely amongst the town riffraff. Marshal Bullock learns that the brains behind the gang of Luke Andrews is a group of supposed respectable businessmen.
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Wayne Morris
Texas Ranger Ed Ryan / Robert Larkin
Paul Fix
Luke Andrews
Frank Ferguson
Marshal Bullock
Rick Vallin
Texas Ranger William Vance
Jack Larson
Henchman John Jenkins
James Flavin
Texas Rangers Capt. Sturdivant
William Fawcett
Soapy
Robert Bice
Henchman Al Slade
Mickey Simpson
Henchman Tom Traynor
George D. Wallace
Clampett
John Crawford
Texas Ranger Stockton
Stanley Price
Hank Caldwell / James Lawrence
Lyle Talbot
Telegraph Operator
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 11, 1953
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Thomas Carr
- Screenplay & Story
- Daniel B. Ullman
- Original Title
- Star of Texas
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Thomas Carr
Daniel B. Ullman
Department Leadership Roster
Thomas Carr
Director
Daniel B. Ullman
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Star of Texas
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Star of Texas about?
Ed Ryan is a Texas ranger who goes undercover to trap a criminal gang headed by Luke Andrews. Posing as the wanted killer Robert Larkin, Ed is able to move freely amongst the town riffraff. Marshal Bullock learns that the brains behind the gang of Luke Andrews is a group of supposed respectable businessmen.
Who directed Star of Texas?
Star of Texas was directed by Thomas Carr.
Who stars in Star of Texas?
The principal cast of Star of Texas includes Wayne Morris, Paul Fix, Frank Ferguson, Rick Vallin, Jack Larson.
When was Star of Texas released and how long is it?
Star of Texas was released in 1953 with a total runtime of 1h 8m.