Under Western Stars
“A NEW SINGING -ACTION WESTERN STAR FLASHES ACROSS THE SCREEN!”
Synopsis
In his starring debut, Roy gets elected to Congress in order to bring water to the ranchers in his district. In Washington, he learns he needs the backing of a key congressman and gets that man to go west for an inspection trip. When the congressman is initially unimpressed, Roy gets the inspection party stranded without water to show the true conditions.
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Roy Rogers
Roy Rogers
Carol Hughes
Eleanor Fairbanks
Guy Usher
John Fairbanks
Smiley Burnette
Frog
Stephen Chase
Tom Andrews
Earl Dwire
Mayor Biggs
Tom Chatterton
Congressman Edward H. Marlowe
Al Rice
Member of Maple City Four
Fritz Meissner
Member of Maple City Four
Pat Patterson
Member of Maple City Four
Art Janes
Member of Maple City Four
Kenneth Harlan
Mr. Richards
Jack Rockwell
Sheriff
Jack Ingram
Dam Guard Captain
Dick Elliott
Sen. William P. Scully
Dora Clement
Mrs. Marlowe
Brandon Beach
Senator Wilson
Jean Fowler
Mrs. Wilson
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 20, 1938
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joseph Kane
- Screenplay & Story
- Dorrell McGowan, Stuart E. McGowan, Betty Burbridge
- Original Title
- Under Western Stars
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joseph Kane
Dorrell McGowan, Stuart E. McGowan, Betty Burbridge
Jack A. Marta
Lester Orlebeck
Department Leadership Roster
Jack A. Marta
Director of Photography
Lester Orlebeck
Editor
Joseph Kane
Director
Dorrell McGowan
Screenplay
Stuart E. McGowan
Screenplay
Betty Burbridge
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Under Western Stars
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Under Western Stars about?
In his starring debut, Roy gets elected to Congress in order to bring water to the ranchers in his district. In Washington, he learns he needs the backing of a key congressman and gets that man to go west for an inspection trip. When the congressman is initially unimpressed, Roy gets the inspection party stranded without water to show the true conditions.
Who directed Under Western Stars?
Under Western Stars was directed by Joseph Kane.
Who stars in Under Western Stars?
The principal cast of Under Western Stars includes Roy Rogers, Carol Hughes, Guy Usher, Smiley Burnette, Stephen Chase.
When was Under Western Stars released and how long is it?
Under Western Stars was released in 1938 with a total runtime of 1h 5m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Under Western Stars?
Under Western Stars holds official age classifications: CA: 14A; US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).