Law of the Plains
“BULLETS BEAT A STIRRING TATTOO ON THE WILD WEST RHYTHM TRAIL!”
Synopsis
Rancher William Norton refuses to sell his cattle for half price, so saloon owner and gang leader Jim Fletcher, contrary to the orders from his secret boss Willard McGowan, the town banker, has his men rob and beat up Norton. Unknown to anyone, Marion, McGowan's adopted daughter is really the daughter of Norton, who disappeared as a young baby when she and her mother were passengers on a stagecoach held up by McGowan. Chuck Saunders, Norton's foreman, goes after the gang for robbing his boss and eventually uncovers the truth regarding Marion's heritage.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 12, 1938
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sam Nelson
- Screenplay & Story
- Maurice Geraghty
- Original Title
- Law of the Plains
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 56m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sam Nelson
Maurice Geraghty
Gene Havlick
Harry L. Decker
Department Leadership Roster
Sam Nelson
Director
Maurice Geraghty
Screenplay
Harry L. Decker
Producer
Gene Havlick
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Law of the Plains
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Law of the Plains about?
Rancher William Norton refuses to sell his cattle for half price, so saloon owner and gang leader Jim Fletcher, contrary to the orders from his secret boss Willard McGowan, the town banker, has his men rob and beat up Norton. Unknown to anyone, Marion, McGowan's adopted daughter is really the daughter of Norton, who disappeared as a young baby when she and her mother were passengers on a stagecoach held up by McGowan. Chuck Saunders, Norton's foreman, goes after the gang for robbing his boss and eventually uncovers the truth regarding Marion's heritage.
Who directed Law of the Plains?
Law of the Plains was directed by Sam Nelson.
Who stars in Law of the Plains?
The principal cast of Law of the Plains includes Charles Starrett, Iris Meredith, Robert Warwick, Dick Curtis, Edward LeSaint.
When was Law of the Plains released and how long is it?
Law of the Plains was released in 1938 with a total runtime of 56m.