The Unknown Ranger
Synopsis
A man named Chandler, claiming to be a novelist in search of local color, arrives at a town near the Mexican border, where he makes advances toward Jo, a girl living a solitary life on a desert ranch. Manning, a cowboy, suspects Chandler's motives, and his suspicions are strengthened when Chandler is caught cheating at cards. Following a gang of Mexicans to their mountain retreat, Manning learns that Chandler and the Mexicans are smuggling opium across the border. Two gang members are killed in the ensuing fight, but Chandler, wounded by Manning after a chase on the cliffs, escapes to Jo's home, where he denounces Manning as a smuggler. Manning arrives and dispels Jo's misgivings about him by revealing that he is a Texas Ranger, sworn to secrecy.
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June 20, 1920
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Harris Gordon
- Original Title
- The Unknown Ranger
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 45m
- Production Studios
- Aywon Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Harris Gordon
Department Leadership Roster
Harris Gordon
Director
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What is The Unknown Ranger about?
A man named Chandler, claiming to be a novelist in search of local color, arrives at a town near the Mexican border, where he makes advances toward Jo, a girl living a solitary life on a desert ranch. Manning, a cowboy, suspects Chandler's motives, and his suspicions are strengthened when Chandler is caught cheating at cards. Following a gang of Mexicans to their mountain retreat, Manning learns that Chandler and the Mexicans are smuggling opium across the border. Two gang members are killed in the ensuing fight, but Chandler, wounded by Manning after a chase on the cliffs, escapes to Jo's home, where he denounces Manning as a smuggler. Manning arrives and dispels Jo's misgivings about him by revealing that he is a Texas Ranger, sworn to secrecy.
Who directed The Unknown Ranger?
The Unknown Ranger was directed by Harris Gordon.
Who stars in The Unknown Ranger?
The principal cast of The Unknown Ranger includes Rex Ray, Ben Hill, Marie Newall.
When was The Unknown Ranger released and how long is it?
The Unknown Ranger was released in 1920 with a total runtime of 45m.