Ridin' Thunder
Synopsis
When Bill Croft, a notorious gunfighter, is bushwhacked, innocent rancher Frank Douglas is accused of the crime on circumstantial evidence and sentenced to be hanged. Jack Douglas, Frank's son, sets out to prove his father's innocence with the help of Jean, the murdered man's daughter; Jack eventually apprehends the killer and forces him to confess, but the sheriff is unable to stop the execution without an official pardon.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 14, 1925
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Clifford Smith
- Screenplay & Story
- Isadore Bernstein, Bertha Muzzy Sinclair, Carl Krusada
- Original Title
- Ridin' Thunder
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Clifford Smith
Isadore Bernstein, Bertha Muzzy Sinclair, Carl Krusada
Department Leadership Roster
Clifford Smith
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ridin' Thunder
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ridin' Thunder about?
When Bill Croft, a notorious gunfighter, is bushwhacked, innocent rancher Frank Douglas is accused of the crime on circumstantial evidence and sentenced to be hanged. Jack Douglas, Frank's son, sets out to prove his father's innocence with the help of Jean, the murdered man's daughter; Jack eventually apprehends the killer and forces him to confess, but the sheriff is unable to stop the execution without an official pardon.
Who directed Ridin' Thunder?
Ridin' Thunder was directed by Clifford Smith.
Who stars in Ridin' Thunder?
The principal cast of Ridin' Thunder includes Jack Hoxie, Katherine Grant, Jack Pratt, Francis Ford, Buck Connors.
When was Ridin' Thunder released and how long is it?
Ridin' Thunder was released in 1925 with a total runtime of 50m.
Is Ridin' Thunder based on a book or true story?
Ridin' Thunder is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Bertha Muzzy Sinclair".