Fair Warning
“A Gripping Outdoor ROMANCE”
Synopsis
This George O'Brien western is based on a novel by Max Brand, previously filmed as the 1920 Tom Mix vehicle The Untamed. Cast as devil-may-car Whistlin' Dan Barry, our hero rides into a passel of trouble in a wide-open town. Warned to leave the premises or else, Whistlin' Dan refuses to do so, sticking around long enough to whomp villain Jim Silent (Mitchell Lewis) and romance heroine Kate Cumberland (Louise Huntington).
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 1, 1931
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alfred L. Werker
- Screenplay & Story
- Max Brand, Ernest Pascal
- Original Title
- Fair Warning
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alfred L. Werker
Max Brand, Ernest Pascal
Department Leadership Roster
Alfred L. Werker
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fair Warning
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What is Fair Warning about?
This George O'Brien western is based on a novel by Max Brand, previously filmed as the 1920 Tom Mix vehicle The Untamed. Cast as devil-may-car Whistlin' Dan Barry, our hero rides into a passel of trouble in a wide-open town. Warned to leave the premises or else, Whistlin' Dan refuses to do so, sticking around long enough to whomp villain Jim Silent (Mitchell Lewis) and romance heroine Kate Cumberland (Louise Huntington).
Who directed Fair Warning?
Fair Warning was directed by Alfred L. Werker.
Who stars in Fair Warning?
The principal cast of Fair Warning includes George O'Brien, Louise Huntington, Mitchell Harris, George Brent, Nat Pendleton.
When was Fair Warning released and how long is it?
Fair Warning was released in 1931 with a total runtime of 1h 14m.
Is Fair Warning based on a book or true story?
Fair Warning is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Max Brand".