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10.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDb19251h 10mUnited States of America

Ranger of the Big Pines

Topics:#lost film

Synopsis

A college graduate returns West after ten years in the East to her home in Sulfur Springs. Virginia's mother, the owner of a rooming house has turned hard and uncaring in her absence and the girl finds comfort in her friendship with Ross Cavanagh, a forest ranger. The latter runs afoul of cattle baron Sam Gregg, who resents a new tax on cattle grazing on government land.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

July 26, 1925

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
W.S. Van Dyke
Screenplay & Story
Louis D. Lighton, Hope Loring
Original Title
Ranger of the Big Pines
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
1h 10m
Production Studios
Vitagraph Company of America

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

W.S. Van Dyke

Screenplay & Story

Louis D. Lighton, Hope Loring, Hamlin Garland

Director of Photography

Allen Q. Thompson

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Hamlin Garland

Department Leadership Roster

W.S. Van Dyke

W.S. Van Dyke

Director

Louis D. Lighton

Louis D. Lighton

Screenplay

Hope Loring

Hope Loring

Screenplay

Allen Q. Thompson

Director of Photography

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Ranger of the Big Pines.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ranger of the Big Pines

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Ranger of the Big Pines about?

A college graduate returns West after ten years in the East to her home in Sulfur Springs. Virginia's mother, the owner of a rooming house has turned hard and uncaring in her absence and the girl finds comfort in her friendship with Ross Cavanagh, a forest ranger. The latter runs afoul of cattle baron Sam Gregg, who resents a new tax on cattle grazing on government land.

Who directed Ranger of the Big Pines?

Ranger of the Big Pines was directed by W.S. Van Dyke.

Who stars in Ranger of the Big Pines?

The principal cast of Ranger of the Big Pines includes Kenneth Harlan, Helene Costello, Eulalie Jensen, Will Walling, Lew Harvey.

When was Ranger of the Big Pines released and how long is it?

Ranger of the Big Pines was released in 1925 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.

Is Ranger of the Big Pines based on a book or true story?

Ranger of the Big Pines is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Hamlin Garland".