Desperate Riders
“The Western Lore”
Synopsis
After Kansas Red rescues young Billy from a card-game shootout, the boy asks Red for help protecting his family from the outlaw Thorn, who’s just kidnapped Billy’s mother, Carol. As Red and Billy ride off to rescue Carol, they run into beautiful, tough-as-nails Leslie, who’s managed to escape Thorn’s men. The three race to stop Thorn’s wedding to Carol with guns a-blazing - but does she want to be rescued?
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Type: Trailer • Published 2022-01-06
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 0 DaysFebruary 25, 2022
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 25, 2022
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Feifer
- Screenplay & Story
- Lee Martin
- Original Score
- Michael Feifer, Robert Arzola
- Original Title
- Desperate Riders
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Lionsgate, Grindstone Entertainment Group
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Feifer
Lee Martin
Michael Feifer, Robert Arzola
Hank Baumert Jr.
Christopher Roth
Alan B. Bursteen, Barry Brooker, Dawn Bursteen, Michael Feifer, Stan Wertlieb
Department Leadership Roster
Christopher Roth
Editor
Hank Baumert Jr.
Director of Photography
Michael Feifer
Producer
Lee Martin
Writer
Michael Feifer
Director
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Desperate Riders
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What is Desperate Riders about?
After Kansas Red rescues young Billy from a card-game shootout, the boy asks Red for help protecting his family from the outlaw Thorn, who’s just kidnapped Billy’s mother, Carol. As Red and Billy ride off to rescue Carol, they run into beautiful, tough-as-nails Leslie, who’s managed to escape Thorn’s men. The three race to stop Thorn’s wedding to Carol with guns a-blazing - but does she want to be rescued?
Who directed Desperate Riders?
Desperate Riders was directed by Michael Feifer.
Who stars in Desperate Riders?
The principal cast of Desperate Riders includes Drew Waters, Trace Adkins, Tom Berenger, Vanessa Evigan, Sam Ashby.
When was Desperate Riders released and how long is it?
Desperate Riders was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Desperate Riders?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Desperate Riders was composed by Michael Feifer, Robert Arzola.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Desperate Riders?
Desperate Riders holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).