Blue Steel
“He turned man-hunter to run down a gang of thieving scoundrels!”
Synopsis
When Sheriff Jake sees a man at the safe and then finds the payroll gone, he trails him. Just as he is about to arrest him, the man saves his life. Still suspicious, he joins up with the man and later they learn that Melgrove, the towns leading citizen, is trying to take over the area's ranches by having his gang stop all incoming supply wagons. With the ranchers about to sell to Melgrove, the two newcomers say they will bring in provisions.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2021-11-01
Top Cast
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John Wayne
John Carruthers
Eleanor Hunt
Betty Mason
George 'Gabby' Hayes
Sheriff Jake Withers
Edward Peil Sr.
Malgrove
Yakima Canutt
Danti, the Polka Dot Bandit
Lafe McKee
Dan Mason
George Cleveland
Hank - Innkeeper
Earl Dwire
Henchman
George Nash
Bridegroom
Hank Bell
Stage Driver
Artie Ortego
Henchman
Horace B. Carpenter
Townsman
Theodore Lorch
Townsman
Silver Tip Baker
Townsman
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 10, 1934
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert N. Bradbury
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert N. Bradbury
- Original Title
- Blue Steel
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 54m
- Production Studios
- Monogram Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert N. Bradbury
Robert N. Bradbury
Paul Malvern
Department Leadership Roster
Robert N. Bradbury
Director
Robert N. Bradbury
Screenplay
Paul Malvern
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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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 Blue Steel
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What is Blue Steel about?
When Sheriff Jake sees a man at the safe and then finds the payroll gone, he trails him. Just as he is about to arrest him, the man saves his life. Still suspicious, he joins up with the man and later they learn that Melgrove, the towns leading citizen, is trying to take over the area's ranches by having his gang stop all incoming supply wagons. With the ranchers about to sell to Melgrove, the two newcomers say they will bring in provisions.
Who directed Blue Steel?
Blue Steel was directed by Robert N. Bradbury.
Who stars in Blue Steel?
The principal cast of Blue Steel includes John Wayne, Eleanor Hunt, George 'Gabby' Hayes, Edward Peil Sr., Yakima Canutt.
When was Blue Steel released and how long is it?
Blue Steel was released in 1934 with a total runtime of 54m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Blue Steel?
Blue Steel holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).