The Law Comes to Texas
“Thrill with Bill!”
Synopsis
Dean, the Bailey County Judge, is the boss of both the outlaw gang and the Sheriff. He utilizes the state law that Sheriffs have jurisdiction only in their own county. After a raid the gang merely returns to the safety of Bailey County. The Governor sends Lawyer John Hayes. When he has no success as a Lawyer he leaves town only to return disguised as an outlaw with a scheme that will nab all the culprits.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 16, 1939
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joseph Levering
- Screenplay & Story
- Nate Gatzert
- Original Score
- Lee Zahler
- Original Title
- The Law Comes to Texas
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joseph Levering
Nate Gatzert
Lee Zahler
Dwight Caldwell
Larry Darmour
Department Leadership Roster
Joseph Levering
Director
Nate Gatzert
Screenplay
Larry Darmour
Producer
Dwight Caldwell
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Law Comes to Texas
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Law Comes to Texas about?
Dean, the Bailey County Judge, is the boss of both the outlaw gang and the Sheriff. He utilizes the state law that Sheriffs have jurisdiction only in their own county. After a raid the gang merely returns to the safety of Bailey County. The Governor sends Lawyer John Hayes. When he has no success as a Lawyer he leaves town only to return disguised as an outlaw with a scheme that will nab all the culprits.
Who directed The Law Comes to Texas?
The Law Comes to Texas was directed by Joseph Levering.
Who stars in The Law Comes to Texas?
The principal cast of The Law Comes to Texas includes Bill Elliott, Veda Ann Borg, Bud Osborne, Slim Whitaker, Charles King.
When was The Law Comes to Texas released and how long is it?
The Law Comes to Texas was released in 1939 with a total runtime of 1h 1m.
Who composed the musical score for The Law Comes to Texas?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Law Comes to Texas was composed by Lee Zahler.