
Manhattan Cowboy
“He Had A Lot To Learn...But He Learned It Like A Man!”
Synopsis
When easterner Jack Steel gets into trouble with the law again, his father sends him to his ranch out west. There he and Alice Duncan become attracted to each other. Cowhand Slim was planning to marry Alice and now kidnaps her. When Slim's girl friend learns of Slim's interest in Alice, she tells Jack where Alice is and he heads out alone to face the three kidnapers.
Top Cast
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October 1, 1928
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J.P. McGowan
- Screenplay & Story
- Sally Winters, Philip Schuyler, Ernest Vajda
- Original Title
- Manhattan Cowboy
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 54m
- Production Studios
- El Dorado Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
J.P. McGowan
Sally Winters, Philip Schuyler, Ernest Vajda
Department Leadership Roster
Sally Winters
Writer
Philip Schuyler
Writer
J.P. McGowan
Director
Ernest Vajda
Writer
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Manhattan Cowboy
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Manhattan Cowboy about?
When easterner Jack Steel gets into trouble with the law again, his father sends him to his ranch out west. There he and Alice Duncan become attracted to each other. Cowhand Slim was planning to marry Alice and now kidnaps her. When Slim's girl friend learns of Slim's interest in Alice, she tells Jack where Alice is and he heads out alone to face the three kidnapers.
Who directed Manhattan Cowboy?
Manhattan Cowboy was directed by J.P. McGowan.
Who stars in Manhattan Cowboy?
The principal cast of Manhattan Cowboy includes Bob Custer, Lafe McKee, Slim Whitaker, Mary Maybery, John Lowell.
When was Manhattan Cowboy released and how long is it?
Manhattan Cowboy was released in 1928 with a total runtime of 54m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Manhattan Cowboy?
Manhattan Cowboy holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).




















