Leather Burners
“"Hoppy" goes into ACTION against Cattle Rustlers!”
Synopsis
As rustled cattle have mysteriously disappeared, Johnny sends for his friend Hoppy, Hoppy arrives and immediately suspects Dan Slack. Realizing his telegram about Slack was intercepted, he locks up the operator Lafe knowing he can escape. Tailing Lafe he finds a secret entrance to a mine and inside finds the missing cattle. But Slack's men also find him just as the cattle are stampeded through the mine shaft.
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William Boyd
Hopalong Cassidy
Andy Clyde
California Carlson
Ellanora Needles
Sharon Longstreet
Bobby Larson
Bobby Longstreet
Victor Jory
Dan Slack
Jay Kirby
Johnny Travers
Forbes Murray
Bart Gailey
Christian Rub
Sooky Withers
George Givot
Sam Bucktoe
George Reeves
Harrison Brooke
Hal Taliaferro
Telegrapher Lafe
Bill Nestell
Bartender
Bob Kortman
Blackie
Herman Hack
Henchman Jim
Victor Adamson
Barfly
Roy Bucko
Henchman
Bob Burns
Rancher
Jack Casey
Rancher
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 28, 1943
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joseph Henabery
- Screenplay & Story
- Jo Pagano
- Original Score
- Samuel Kaylin
- Original Title
- Leather Burners
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Production Studios
- United Artists, Harry Sherman Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joseph Henabery
Jo Pagano, Harry Sinclair Drago, Clarence E. Mulford
Samuel Kaylin
Carroll Lewis
Harry Sherman
Department Leadership Roster
Joseph Henabery
Director
Carroll Lewis
Editor
Earl Moser
Costume Design
Harry Sherman
Producer
Jo Pagano
Screenplay
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Leather Burners
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Leather Burners about?
As rustled cattle have mysteriously disappeared, Johnny sends for his friend Hoppy, Hoppy arrives and immediately suspects Dan Slack. Realizing his telegram about Slack was intercepted, he locks up the operator Lafe knowing he can escape. Tailing Lafe he finds a secret entrance to a mine and inside finds the missing cattle. But Slack's men also find him just as the cattle are stampeded through the mine shaft.
Who directed Leather Burners?
Leather Burners was directed by Joseph Henabery.
Who stars in Leather Burners?
The principal cast of Leather Burners includes William Boyd, Andy Clyde, Ellanora Needles, Bobby Larson, Victor Jory.
When was Leather Burners released and how long is it?
Leather Burners was released in 1943 with a total runtime of 1h 8m.
Who composed the musical score for Leather Burners?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Leather Burners was composed by Samuel Kaylin.
Is Leather Burners based on a book or true story?
Leather Burners is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "Clarence E. Mulford".