Lost n Found Westerns

Across the Plains is a 1939 American Western film directed by Spencer Gordon Bennet and starring Addison Randall, Frank Yaconelli, and Joyce Bryant. Written by Robert Emmett Tansey, the film is about two brothers who are separated when they are young and who meet again as adults, one good and one bad. SYNOPSIS Two brothers, Jack and Jimmy, were separated when young after a gang of outlaws attacked a wagon train. Jack was adopted by an Indian tribe, while Jimmy, now known as the "Kansas Kid," joined the outlaws. As adults, Jack, now protecting a gold shipment, finds himself pitted against Jimmy and his outlaw gang, who are attempting to steal it. In the midst of the showdown, they discover their true relationship when Buckskin, the old wagon train master, reveals their shared past. Shocked by the revelation, Jimmy learns that their parents were murdered by one of the outlaws, leading him to switch sides. A thrilling shootout ensues between the brothers and the outlaws, resulting in Jimmy's death. Before passing away, Jimmy expresses regret to Jack about his past actions. CAST & CREW Addison Randall as Jack Winters, aka Cherokee Frank Yaconelli as Lopez Joyce Bryant as Mary Masters Hal Price as Buckskin Dennis Moore as Jimmy Winters, aka The Kansas Kid Glenn Strange as Jeff Masters Bob Card as Buff Gordon Bud Osborne as Henchman Lex Monte Rawlins as Henchman Rip Wylie Grant as Henchman Rawhide Directed by: Spencer Gordon Bennet Written by: Robert Emmett Tansey Produced by: Robert Emmett Tansey Cinematography: Bert Longenecker Edited by: Robert Golden Production Company: Monogram Pictures Release Date: June 1, 1939 Running Time: 59 minutes Country: United States Language: English NOTES Robert Emmett Tansey also wrote the screenplay for the first Republic Pictures feature film Westward Ho (1935 film) (1935) starring John Wayne. The Plot of that movie strongly resembles this one and much of the dialogue is the same.

The Arizona Kid is a 1939 American Western film directed by Joseph Kane under the Republic Pictures banner. The film stars Roy Rogers as a Confederate officer in Missouri during the American Civil War. SYNOPSIS Roy, a Confederate officer stationed in Missouri during the Civil War, is tasked with ending the activities of outlaw gangs operating under the guise of serving the Confederacy. Alongside his comrade Gabby, also a Confederate scout, Roy faces the challenge of confronting one such gang led by the ruthless Val McBride, known for his disregard for rules and authority. When Roy encounters McBride's gang in a saloon, tensions escalate, especially after a reunion with his childhood friend Dave Allen, who has joined McBride's force despite Roy's warnings. McBride's defiance of Confederate orders leads to his expulsion from the army, prompting Roy and Gabby to embark on a mission to track down and eliminate McBride and his men. Their pursuit takes a dangerous turn when McBride attacks a gold shipment escorted by Roy and Gabby, leaving Gabby injured and Roy barely escaping with his life. Despite this setback, Roy remains determined to apprehend McBride, setting out again after recovering from their injuries. After a prolonged and perilous search, Roy and Gabby finally corner McBride's men, with Dave among them. Though McBride manages to evade capture, Roy ultimately confronts him in a showdown at a local saloon. In a tense exchange of gunfire, Roy emerges victorious, bringing an end to McBride's reign of terror. CAST & CREW Roy Rogers as Roy Rogers George "Gabby" Hayes as "Gabby" Whittaker Sally March as Laura Radford Stuart Hamblen as Val McBride Dorothy Sebastian as Bess Warren Robert Middlemass as General Stark Earl Dwire as Dr. Jason Radford David Kerwin as Dave Allen Peter Fargo as Henchman Sheldon Fred Burns as Melton – Volunteer Lisa Ann as Mother of Roy Rogers Directed by: Joseph Kane Written by: Luci Ward, Gerald Geraghty Produced by: Joseph Kane Cinematography: William Nobles, Edgar Lyons Edited by: Lester Orlebeck Music by: Floyd Morgan Production Company: Republic Pictures Distributed by: Republic Pictures Release Date: September 29, 1939 Running Time: 61 minutes (original), 54 minutes (re-release) Country: United States Language: English

The Arizona Kid is a 1939 American Western film directed by Joseph Kane under the Republic Pictures banner. The film stars Roy Rogers as a Confederate officer in Missouri during the American Civil War. SYNOPSIS Roy, a Confederate officer stationed in Missouri during the Civil War, is tasked with ending the activities of outlaw gangs operating under the guise of serving the Confederacy. Alongside his comrade Gabby, also a Confederate scout, Roy faces the challenge of confronting one such gang led by the ruthless Val McBride, known for his disregard for rules and authority. When Roy encounters McBride's gang in a saloon, tensions escalate, especially after a reunion with his childhood friend Dave Allen, who has joined McBride's force despite Roy's warnings. McBride's defiance of Confederate orders leads to his expulsion from the army, prompting Roy and Gabby to embark on a mission to track down and eliminate McBride and his men. Their pursuit takes a dangerous turn when McBride attacks a gold shipment escorted by Roy and Gabby, leaving Gabby injured and Roy barely escaping with his life. Despite this setback, Roy remains determined to apprehend McBride, setting out again after recovering from their injuries. After a prolonged and perilous search, Roy and Gabby finally corner McBride's men, with Dave among them. Though McBride manages to evade capture, Roy ultimately confronts him in a showdown at a local saloon. In a tense exchange of gunfire, Roy emerges victorious, bringing an end to McBride's reign of terror. CAST & CREW Roy Rogers as Roy Rogers George "Gabby" Hayes as "Gabby" Whittaker Sally March as Laura Radford Stuart Hamblen as Val McBride Dorothy Sebastian as Bess Warren Robert Middlemass as General Stark Earl Dwire as Dr. Jason Radford David Kerwin as Dave Allen Peter Fargo as Henchman Sheldon Fred Burns as Melton – Volunteer Lisa Ann as Mother of Roy Rogers Directed by: Joseph Kane Written by: Luci Ward, Gerald Geraghty Produced by: Joseph Kane Cinematography: William Nobles, Edgar Lyons Edited by: Lester Orlebeck Music by: Floyd Morgan Production Company: Republic Pictures Distributed by: Republic Pictures Release Date: September 29, 1939 Running Time: 61 minutes (original), 54 minutes (re-release) Country: United States Language: English

The Bronze Buckaroo is a 1939 American Western race film directed by Richard C. Kahn. The Bronze Buckaroo stars Black cowboy singer Herb Jeffries, here billed as Herbert Jeffrey. SYNOPSIS Cowboy Bob Blake and his friends journey to Arizona to aid Betty Jackson, whose brother Joe has vanished. Upon arriving at Jackson's ranch, they find Betty, who reveals Joe's three-week absence. Meanwhile, the ranch hand learns ventriloquism and attempts to sell a talking mule to Dusty. Blake uncovers that Joe is held by Buck Thorne, a land-grabbing rancher seeking gold on the Jackson land. Blake devises a plan to rescue Joe, encountering difficulties. When Betty is captured by Thorne, Blake's men rush to the saloon for backup. As Dusty summons the sheriff, Blake tracks Betty's horse. A shootout erupts, and with the sheriff's timely arrival, the villains are apprehended. Blake rides off into the sunset with Betty. CAST & CREW Herb Jeffries as Bob Blake Artie Young as Betty Jackson Rollie Hardin as Joe Jackson Clarence Brooks as Buck Thorne F. E. Miller as Slim Perkins Lucius Brooks as Dusty Spencer Williams as Pete Lee Calmes as Lee Earle Morris as Bartender The Four Tones as Singing Quartet Directed by: Richard C. Kahn Written by: Richard C. Kahn (original story, screenplay) Produced by: Richard C. Kahn, Jed Buell Cinematography: Roland Price, Clark Ramsey Music by: Lew Porter Production Company: Hollywood Productions Distributed by: Sack Amusements Release Date: January 1, 1939 Running Time: 58 minutes Country: United States Language: English

Code of the Cactus is a 1939 American Western film directed by Sam Newfield. SYNOPSIS When Blackton outbids Bill Carson. Bill suspects he will have to rustle cattle to fulfill the contract. So Bill arrives posing as an Mexican. When he rustles the cattle from the rustlers, it gets him into the gang. Hoping to bring them all to justice, he is in trouble when his true identity is revealed. CAST & CREW Tim McCoy as "Lightning" Bill Carson / Miguel Ben Corbett as Magpie Dorothy Short as Joan Ted Adams as Thurston Stephen Chase as Foreman James Dave O'Brien as Bob Swane Forrest Taylor as Blackton Bob Terry as Lefty, gang truck driver Slim Whitaker as Sheriff Burton Frank Wayne as Jake, gang truck shotgun Director: Sam Newfield Writer: Edward Halperin (original story and screenplay) Producer: Sam Katzman Cinematography: Marcel Le Picard Editing: Holbrook N. Todd Release Date: February 25, 1939 Running Time: 56 minutes Country: United States Language: English

Code of the Cactus is a 1939 American Western film directed by Sam Newfield. SYNOPSIS When Blackton outbids Bill Carson. Bill suspects he will have to rustle cattle to fulfill the contract. So Bill arrives posing as an Mexican. When he rustles the cattle from the rustlers, it gets him into the gang. Hoping to bring them all to justice, he is in trouble when his true identity is revealed. CAST & CREW Tim McCoy as "Lightning" Bill Carson / Miguel Ben Corbett as Magpie Dorothy Short as Joan Ted Adams as Thurston Stephen Chase as Foreman James Dave O'Brien as Bob Swane Forrest Taylor as Blackton Bob Terry as Lefty, gang truck driver Slim Whitaker as Sheriff Burton Frank Wayne as Jake, gang truck shotgun Director: Sam Newfield Writer: Edward Halperin (original story and screenplay) Producer: Sam Katzman Cinematography: Marcel Le Picard Editing: Holbrook N. Todd Release Date: February 25, 1939 Running Time: 56 minutes Country: United States Language: English

Code of the Fearless is a 1939 American Western film directed by Raymond K. Johnson and written by Fred Myton. The film stars Fred Scott, Claire Rochelle, John Merton, Walter McGrail, George Sherwood and Harry Harvey Sr. The film was released on January 5, 1939, by Spectrum Pictures. SYNOPSIS When it appears that Fred Jamison is a member of Red's gang, he is kicked out of the Rangers. Unbeknownst to others, this action is part of a clandestine plan concocted between Fred and the Ranger Captain. Fred's expulsion from the Rangers marks the beginning of his undercover mission to infiltrate Red Kane and Jim Davis' gang from within, aiming to dismantle it from the inside out while maintaining the guise of an outlaw. CAST & CREW Fred Scott as Fred Jamison Claire Rochelle as Jean Morrison John Merton as Red Kane Walter McGrail as Captain Rawlins George Sherwood as Jim Davis Harry Harvey Sr. as Old Timer William Woods as Li Hung Lo Donald Gallaher as Pete Howard Director: Raymond K. Johnson Screenplay: Fred Myton Producer: C.C. Burr Cinematography: Elmer Dyer Editing: Charles Henkel Jr. Production Company: C.C. Burr Productions Distributed by: Spectrum Pictures Release Date: January 5, 1939 Running Time: 56 minutes Country: United States Language: English

Code of the Cactus is a 1939 American Western film directed by Sam Newfield.

Jesse James is a 1939 American Western film directed by Henry King and starring Tyrone Power, Henry Fonda, Nancy Kelly and Randolph Scott. Written by Nunnally Johnson, the film is loosely based on the life of Jesse James, the outlaw from whom the film derives its name. The supporting cast includes Henry Hull, John Carradine, Brian Donlevy, Jane Darwell and Lon Chaney, Jr. SYNOPSIS A bank robbery pulled off by the bank officials, not the usual James gang. CAST & CREW Roy Rogers as Roy Rogers George 'Gabby' Hayes as Gabby Whittaker Don 'Red' Barry as Jesse James Pauline Moore as Mary Whittaker Harry Woods as Captain Worthington Arthur Loft as Sam Wyatt Wade Boteler as Dr. R.S. Samuels Ethel Wales as Mrs. Martha Samuels Scotty Beckett as Buster Samuels Harry J. Worth as Frank James Glenn Strange as Cole Younger Olin Howland as Muncie Undersheriff Monte Blue as Train Passenger Jack Rockwell as Thompson McDaniels Fred Burns as Muncie Sheriff Dorothy Sebastian as Zerilda James Directed by: Joseph Kane Written by: Earle Snell (screenplay), Jack Natteford (story) Produced by: Joseph Kane (associate producer) Cinematography: Reggie Lanning Edited by: Tony Martinelli Music by: William Lava, Floyd Morgan Distributed by: Republic Pictures Release date: December 20, 1939 Running time: 63 minutes Country: United States Language: English

Jesse James is a 1939 American Western film directed by Henry King and starring Tyrone Power, Henry Fonda, Nancy Kelly and Randolph Scott. Written by Nunnally Johnson, the film is loosely based on the life of Jesse James, the outlaw from whom the film derives its name. The supporting cast includes Henry Hull, John Carradine, Brian Donlevy, Jane Darwell and Lon Chaney, Jr. SYNOPSIS A bank robbery pulled off by the bank officials, not the usual James gang. CAST & CREW Roy Rogers as Roy Rogers George 'Gabby' Hayes as Gabby Whittaker Don 'Red' Barry as Jesse James Pauline Moore as Mary Whittaker Harry Woods as Captain Worthington Arthur Loft as Sam Wyatt Wade Boteler as Dr. R.S. Samuels Ethel Wales as Mrs. Martha Samuels Scotty Beckett as Buster Samuels Harry J. Worth as Frank James Glenn Strange as Cole Younger Olin Howland as Muncie Undersheriff Monte Blue as Train Passenger Jack Rockwell as Thompson McDaniels Fred Burns as Muncie Sheriff Dorothy Sebastian as Zerilda James Directed by: Joseph Kane Written by: Earle Snell (screenplay), Jack Natteford (story) Produced by: Joseph Kane (associate producer) Cinematography: Reggie Lanning Edited by: Tony Martinelli Music by: William Lava, Floyd Morgan Distributed by: Republic Pictures Release date: December 20, 1939 Running time: 63 minutes Country: United States Language: English

Death Rides the Range is a 1939 American Western film directed by Sam Newfield. It was a Colony Pictures film. SYNOPSIS In this thrilling tale, FBI Special Agent Ken Baxter, accompanied by his trusty companions Pancho and Panhandle, stumble upon Professor Wahl, wounded and disoriented, while traversing the vast expanse of the range. Little do they know, Wahl's encounter is just the beginning of a larger, more perilous adventure. As Baxter and his team delve deeper into the mystery, they uncover a nefarious plot orchestrated by a group of international scientists. These schemers are hell-bent on obtaining helium for the airships of a foreign power, posing a significant threat to national security. Armed with determination and resourcefulness, Baxter, Pancho, and Panhandle embark on a relentless pursuit to thwart the scientists' sinister agenda. Racing against time, they must outwit their adversaries and put an end to the dangerous scheme before it's too late. CAST & CREW Ken Maynard as Ken Baxter Fay McKenzie as Letty Morgan Ralph Peters as Panhandle Julian Rivero as Pancho Charles King as Joe Larkin John Elliott as Hiram Crabtree Willy Castello as Dr. Flotow Sven Hugo Borg as Baron Strakoff Michael Vallon as Dr. Wahl Julian Madison as Jim Morgan Kenneth Rhodes as Slim Tarzan as Tarzan, Ken's Horse Directed by: Sam Newfield Written by: Oliver Drake (story) [citation needed] (uncredited), William Lively (screenplay) Produced by: Arthur Alexander, Max Alexander Starring: See below Cinematography: Arthur Reed Edited by: Holbrook N. Todd Music by: Lew Porter Production company: Colony Pictures Release date: 1939 Running time: 58 minutes Country: United States Language: English

Death Rides the Range is a 1939 American Western film directed by Sam Newfield. It was a Colony Pictures film. SYNOPSIS In this thrilling tale, FBI Special Agent Ken Baxter, accompanied by his trusty companions Pancho and Panhandle, stumble upon Professor Wahl, wounded and disoriented, while traversing the vast expanse of the range. Little do they know, Wahl's encounter is just the beginning of a larger, more perilous adventure. As Baxter and his team delve deeper into the mystery, they uncover a nefarious plot orchestrated by a group of international scientists. These schemers are hell-bent on obtaining helium for the airships of a foreign power, posing a significant threat to national security. Armed with determination and resourcefulness, Baxter, Pancho, and Panhandle embark on a relentless pursuit to thwart the scientists' sinister agenda. Racing against time, they must outwit their adversaries and put an end to the dangerous scheme before it's too late. CAST & CREW Ken Maynard as Ken Baxter Fay McKenzie as Letty Morgan Ralph Peters as Panhandle Julian Rivero as Pancho Charles King as Joe Larkin John Elliott as Hiram Crabtree Willy Castello as Dr. Flotow Sven Hugo Borg as Baron Strakoff Michael Vallon as Dr. Wahl Julian Madison as Jim Morgan Kenneth Rhodes as Slim Tarzan as Tarzan, Ken's Horse Directed by: Sam Newfield Written by: Oliver Drake (story) [citation needed] (uncredited), William Lively (screenplay) Produced by: Arthur Alexander, Max Alexander Starring: See below Cinematography: Arthur Reed Edited by: Holbrook N. Todd Music by: Lew Porter Production company: Colony Pictures Release date: 1939 Running time: 58 minutes Country: United States Language: English

Down the Wyoming Trail is a 1939 American Western film directed by Albert Herman (as Al Herman) and starring Tex Ritter. SYNPOSIS Tex arrives on the Parker ranch on Christmas eve and is given the job of being Santa Claus. Also dressed as Santa Claus, Blackie robs Parker and kills a man. When Tex is arrested for the murder, he escapes and joins up with outlaw Becker and his gang. He finds Blackie's Santa Claus suit but is soon made a prisoner. CAST & CREW Tex Ritter as Tex Yancey White Flash as Tex's Horse Horace Murphy as Sheriff Missouri Mary Brodel as Candy Parker Bobby Larson as Jerry Parker Charles King as George Red Becker Bob Terry as Blackie Jack Ingram as Henchman Monte Earl Douglas as Henchman Silent Smith Frank LaRue as McClellan Ernie Adams as Limpy Watkins Charles Sargent as Ted Kern Edward Coxen as Whiskers (as Ed Coxen) Jean Sothern as Waitress Hilda The Northwesterners as Musicians Merle Scobee as Northwesterners Band Member A.J. Brier as Northwesterners Band Member Wilson F. Rasch as Northwesterners Band Member Ray Scobee as Northwesterners Band Member Charles L. Davis as Northwesterners Band Member Directed by: Albert Herman (as Al Herman) Screenplay by: Peter Dixon, Roger Merton Story by: Peter Dixon, Roger Merton Produced by: Edward Finney (as Edward F. Finney) Cinematography by: Marcel Le Picard Edited by: Holbrook N. Todd Music by: Frank Sanucci Production company: Edward F. Finney Productions Distributed by: Monogram Pictures Release date: June 14, 1939 Running time: 56 minutes Country: United States Language: English

El Diablo Rides is a 1939 American Western film directed by Ira S. Webb and written by Carl Krusada. The film stars Bob Steele, Claire Rochelle, Kit Guard, Carleton Young, Ted Adams and Robert Walker. The film was released on December 12, 1939, by Metropolitan Pictures Corporation. SYNOPSIS Bob rides into a border town, unaware of the dangers lurking within its dusty streets. His path soon crosses with Lambert and his ruthless gang, sparking a confrontation that puts Bob's life on the line. However, before Lambert's henchmen can deliver their final blow, Herb, the local lawman, intervenes. Herb, recognizing Bob's perilous situation, concocts a clever plan to deceive Lambert and his gang. He arrests Bob, publicly branding him as the notorious outlaw El Diablo. Although Bob initially protests his innocence, he soon realizes that Herb's actions are meant to shield him from Lambert's wrath. As Bob and Herb join forces, a newfound camaraderie forms between them. Together, they strategize and lay traps, determined to outsmart Lambert and bring his gang to justice. With danger lurking around every corner, Bob and Herb must rely on their wits and courage to navigate the treacherous landscape of the border town and emerge victorious against the formidable outlaws. CAST & CREW Bob Steele as Bob Claire Rochelle as Mary Kit Guard as Dan Carleton Young as Herb Crenshaw Ted Adams as Buck Lambert Robert Walker as Frank Robert Robinson as Sheriff Hal Carey as Saloon Singer Directed by: Ira S. Webb Screenplay by: Carl Krusada Story by: Harry Gordon, Rose Gordon Produced by: Harry S. Webb Cinematography by: Edward A. Kull Edited by: Dan Milner Music by: Frank Sanucci Production company: Metropolitan Pictures Corporation Distributed by: Metropolitan Pictures Corporation Release date: December 12, 1939 Running time: 57 minutes Country: United States Language: English

Feud of the Range is a 1939 American Western film produced and directed by Harry S. Webb and written by Carl Krusada. The film stars Bob Steele, Richard Cramer, Gertrude Messinger, Frank LaRue, Jean Cranford and Bob Burns. The film was released on January 15, 1939, by Metropolitan Pictures Corporation. SYNOPSIS Railroad representative Clyde Barton, in a bid to clear settlers from the Los Trancos valley for a railway line, collaborates with Dirk to instigate a range war between the valley's main ranchers, Tom Gray and Harvey Allen. Their scheme involves engineering conflict to force the ranchers to sell their land to them, intending to profit by selling it to the railroad. Sheriff Waters, recognizing the escalating danger, calls upon Tom Gray's son Bob to intervene. Deputized alongside his loyal companion Happy, Bob sets out to halt the conflict and restore peace to the valley. CAST & CREW Bob Steele as Bob Gray Richard Cramer as Tom Gray Gertrude Messinger as Madge Allen Frank LaRue as Harvey Allen Jean Cranford as Helen Wilson Bob Burns as Pop Wilson Budd Buster as Happy Jack Ingram as Clyde Barton Charles King as Dirk Duke R. Lee as Sheriff Cal Waters Directed by: Harry S. Webb Screenplay by: Carl Krusada Story by: George H. Plympton Produced by: Harry S. Webb Starring: Bob Steele, Richard Cramer, Gertrude Messinger, Frank LaRue, Jean Cranford, Bob Burns Cinematography by: Edward A. Kull Edited by: S. Roy Luby Music by: Frank Sanucci Production company: Metropolitan Pictures Corporation Distributed by: Metropolitan Pictures Corporation Release date: January 15, 1939 Running time: 55 minutes Country: United States Language: English

Feud of the Range is a 1939 American Western film produced and directed by Harry S. Webb and written by Carl Krusada. The film stars Bob Steele, Richard Cramer, Gertrude Messinger, Frank LaRue, Jean Cranford and Bob Burns. The film was released on January 15, 1939, by Metropolitan Pictures Corporation. SYNOPSIS Railroad representative Clyde Barton, in a bid to clear settlers from the Los Trancos valley for a railway line, collaborates with Dirk to instigate a range war between the valley's main ranchers, Tom Gray and Harvey Allen. Their scheme involves engineering conflict to force the ranchers to sell their land to them, intending to profit by selling it to the railroad. Sheriff Waters, recognizing the escalating danger, calls upon Tom Gray's son Bob to intervene. Deputized alongside his loyal companion Happy, Bob sets out to halt the conflict and restore peace to the valley. CAST & CREW Bob Steele as Bob Gray Richard Cramer as Tom Gray Gertrude Messinger as Madge Allen Frank LaRue as Harvey Allen Jean Cranford as Helen Wilson Bob Burns as Pop Wilson Budd Buster as Happy Jack Ingram as Clyde Barton Charles King as Dirk Duke R. Lee as Sheriff Cal Waters Directed by: Harry S. Webb Screenplay by: Carl Krusada Story by: George H. Plympton Produced by: Harry S. Webb Starring: Bob Steele, Richard Cramer, Gertrude Messinger, Frank LaRue, Jean Cranford, Bob Burns Cinematography by: Edward A. Kull Edited by: S. Roy Luby Music by: Frank Sanucci Production company: Metropolitan Pictures Corporation Distributed by: Metropolitan Pictures Corporation Release date: January 15, 1939 Running time: 55 minutes Country: United States Language: English

Feud of the Range is a 1939 American Western film produced and directed by Harry S. Webb and written by Carl Krusada. The film stars Bob Steele, Richard Cramer, Gertrude Messinger, Frank LaRue, Jean Cranford and Bob Burns. The film was released on January 15, 1939, by Metropolitan Pictures Corporation.

The Fighting Renegade is a 1939 American western directed by Sam Newfield and produced by Sam Katzman for Katzman's Victory Pictures. SYNOPSIS A government agent, falsely accused of murdering a professor, adopts the persona of "The Puma," a renowned Mexican vigilante leader, to conceal his true identity and pursue the true culprits. In this guise, he not only evades capture but also gains access to crucial information while speaking with a Mexican accent throughout his investigation. CAST & CREW Tim McCoy as Bill Carson Joyce Bryant as Marian Willis Ben Corbett as Magpie Ted Adams as Link Benson Budd Buster as Old Dobie Dave O'Brien as Dr. Jerry Leonard Forrest Taylor as Prof. Lucius Lloyd Reed Howes as Sheriff John Elliott as Prospector Directed by: Sam Newfield Written by: William Lively Produced by: Sam Katzman Cinematography by: Arthur Reed Edited by: Holbrook N. Todd Distributed by: Victory Pictures Release date: September 1, 1939 Running time: 58 minutes Country: United States Language: English

The Fighting Renegade is a 1939 American western directed by Sam Newfield and produced by Sam Katzman for Katzman's Victory Pictures. SYNOPSIS A government agent, falsely accused of murdering a professor, adopts the persona of "The Puma," a renowned Mexican vigilante leader, to conceal his true identity and pursue the true culprits. In this guise, he not only evades capture but also gains access to crucial information while speaking with a Mexican accent throughout his investigation. CAST & CREW Tim McCoy as Bill Carson Joyce Bryant as Marian Willis Ben Corbett as Magpie Ted Adams as Link Benson Budd Buster as Old Dobie Dave O'Brien as Dr. Jerry Leonard Forrest Taylor as Prof. Lucius Lloyd Reed Howes as Sheriff John Elliott as Prospector Directed by: Sam Newfield Written by: William Lively Produced by: Sam Katzman Cinematography by: Arthur Reed Edited by: Holbrook N. Todd Distributed by: Victory Pictures Release date: September 1, 1939 Running time: 58 minutes Country: United States Language: English

Frontier Pony Express is a 1939 American Western film directed by Joseph Kane and starring Roy Rogers, Lynne Roberts (as Mary Hart) and Noble Johnson as the lead villain. SYNOPSIS As Yankee and Rebel forces contend for the allegiance of California, Pony Express rider Roy and his sidekick must round up a pack of villains before Roy can turn his attentions to the girl. At the start of the American Civil War in 1861 the Pony Express is of vital importance to the United States. A Confederate secret agent, Brett Langhorne, is working undercover by purchasing the newspaper in the town of St. Joe. Accompanied by his sister they meet Roy Rogers, a Pony Express rider, who rescues her from a runaway stagecoach. Brett unsuccessfully tries to get Roy to work for money to help the Confederacy. Brett's local contact is Senator Calhoun Lassiter who Brett and the Confederacy believe will assist in bringing California into the Confederacy. But Lassiter betrays both the United States of America and the Confederacy as he wants to make California an independent "Republic of the Pacific" that he will despotically rule. To this end, Lassiter commissions outlaw Luke Johnson and his gang to steal, by force, critical documents being transmitted through the town of St. Joe by Pony Express. Roy risks limb and life to protect the mission of the Pony Express against the vicious outlaws, unaware of the Confederate agents supporting them. He finally learns the full extent of the plot when Lassiter and Langhorne have a falling out, and Lassiter shoots the young man in the back; and Langhorne confesses the plot to Roy as he dies. Rogers, the Pony Express officials, and the cavalry then work out a plan which brings an end to the machinations of Lassiter and Johnson. CAST & CREW Roy Rogers as Pony Express Rider Roy Rogers Mary Hart as Ann Langhorne Don Dillaway as Brett Langhorne Noble Johnson as Luke Johnson Edward Keane as Sen. Calhoun Lassiter Raymond Hatton as Horseshoe the Trapper William Royle as Dan Garrett Ethel Wales as Mrs. Murphy (Langhorne's housekeeper) Jack Kirk as Cavalry Captain Monte Blue as "Cherokee", a rider Directed by Joseph Kane Written by Norman S. Hall (original story and screenplay) Produced by Joseph Kane Cinematography William Nobles Edited by Gene Milford Distributed by Republic Pictures Release date April 12, 1939 Running time 58 minutes 54 minutes (American edited version) Country United States Language English

Harlem Rides the Range is a 1939 American Western race film directed by Richard C. Kahn. It followed the groundbreaking 1937 Western musical film Harlem on the Prairie. SYNOPSIS A cowboy and his sidekick try to help a homesteader from being cheated out of his property. Bob Blake (Herb Jeffries) and his sidekick Dusty (Lucius Brooks) are two cowboys riding across the countryside in search of adventure. They come across a ranch where it appears a murder has taken place but they find the victim of the crime, Jim Dennison (Leonard Christmas), still alive. Dennison is hiding in fear of his life after what had taken place at the ranch. Bob sees a picture of the rancher's daughter Margaret (Artie Young) and falls in love at first sight; he cannot stop talking about how beautiful the girl in the picture is. Bob drops a glove when he leaves the ranch, which causes problems later. The villain, Bradley (Clarence Brooks), wants to seize the ranch after terrorizing Dennison. Bob sets out to save Margaret and narrowly escapes a plot to frame him for the murder of one of the ranch foremen, Jim Connors (Tom Southern). Bradley uses Bob's dropped glove as part of the frameup. Bob is sent to jail, but is able to escape and tries to find Margaret. After a fight, Bob saves Margaret and they enjoy the romantic moment Bob had imagined when he first saw her picture. The ranch is saved; the story ends with Bob and Margaret together at last, and Bradley put in his place. CAST & CREW Herb Jeffries as Bob Blake Lucius Brooks as Dusty F.E. Miller as Slim Perkins the Cook Clarence Brooks as Bradley Spencer Williams as Mr. Watson Tom Southern as Jim Connors (Watson's foreman) Artie Young as Miss Margaret Dennison Leonard Christmas as Jim Dennison Wade Dumas as Dog City Sheriff John Thomas as Cactus, Watson Cowboy The Four Tones as Singing Group Directed by Richard C. Kahn Screenplay by F.E. Miller, Spencer Williams Story by Spencer Williams Produced by Richard C. Kahn, Alfred N. Sack Cinematography Roland Price, Clark Ramsey Music by Lew Porter Distributed by Sack Amusement Enterprises Release date February 1, 1939 Running time 56 minutes Country United States Language English NOTES Sets for all-black movies (especially Westerns) were difficult to come by; Harlem Rides the Range (and other Herb Jeffries films) were shot at the 40-acre Murray's Dude Ranch in Apple Valley, California. Originally established to give urban youth and their families the western experience, the ranch fell on hard times during the Great Depression and had become an interracial dude ranch which catered to film stars as well as ordinary families. The ranch's renewed popularity again enabled the Murrays to return to their original mission of helping inner city youth.

Heritage of the Desert is a 1939 American Western film directed by Lesley Selander and written by Norman Houston and Harrison Jacobs. The film stars Donald Woods, Evelyn Venable, Russell Hayden, Robert Barrat, Sidney Toler, C. Henry Gordon and Willard Robertson. It is based on the 1910 novel The Heritage of the Desert by Zane Grey. The film was released on June 23, 1939, by Paramount Pictures. SYNOPSIS Easterner John Abbott heads west to investigate the trouble on the ranch he owns. Abbott's manager Holderness is the culprit and has his man shoot Abbott and leave him for dead. But Abbott recovers, and practicing with a gun, will be ready the next time. John Abbott returns to the desert land he owns, and after being wounded by hired gunman Chick Chance, he is befriended by rancher Andrew Naab and his son, Marvin. Naab's daughter, Marian, falls in love with John but is about to marry Snap Thornton to keep a promise made by her father. She runs away on her wedding day but is captured and held hostage by outlaw Henry Holderness. John, the Naabs and fellow ranchers rush to her rescue. CAST & CREW Donald Woods as John Abbott Evelyn Venable as Miriam Naab Russell Hayden as David Naab Robert Barrat as Andrew Naab Sidney Toler as Nosey C. Henry Gordon as Henry Holderness Willard Robertson as Henchman Nebraska Paul Guilfoyle as Snap Thornton Paul Fix as Henchman Chick Chance John 'Skins' Miller as Postmaster John Twerk Reginald Barlow as Judge Stevens Directed by Lesley Selander Screenplay by Norman Houston, Harrison Jacobs Based on The Heritage of the Desert by Zane Grey Produced by Harry Sherman Cinematography Russell Harlan Edited by Sherman A. Rose Music by Victor Young Production company Paramount Pictures Distributed by Paramount Pictures Release date June 23, 1939 Running time 73 minutes Country United States Language English

Heritage of the Desert is a 1939 American Western film directed by Lesley Selander and written by Norman Houston and Harrison Jacobs. The film stars Donald Woods, Evelyn Venable, Russell Hayden, Robert Barrat, Sidney Toler, C. Henry Gordon and Willard Robertson. It is based on the 1910 novel The Heritage of the Desert by Zane Grey. The film was released on June 23, 1939, by Paramount Pictures. SYNOPSIS Easterner John Abbott heads west to investigate the trouble on the ranch he owns. Abbott's manager Holderness is the culprit and has his man shoot Abbott and leave him for dead. But Abbott recovers, and practicing with a gun, will be ready the next time. John Abbott returns to the desert land he owns, and after being wounded by hired gunman Chick Chance, he is befriended by rancher Andrew Naab and his son, Marvin. Naab's daughter, Marian, falls in love with John but is about to marry Snap Thornton to keep a promise made by her father. She runs away on her wedding day but is captured and held hostage by outlaw Henry Holderness. John, the Naabs and fellow ranchers rush to her rescue. CAST & CREW Donald Woods as John Abbott Evelyn Venable as Miriam Naab Russell Hayden as David Naab Robert Barrat as Andrew Naab Sidney Toler as Nosey C. Henry Gordon as Henry Holderness Willard Robertson as Henchman Nebraska Paul Guilfoyle as Snap Thornton Paul Fix as Henchman Chick Chance John 'Skins' Miller as Postmaster John Twerk Reginald Barlow as Judge Stevens Directed by Lesley Selander Screenplay by Norman Houston, Harrison Jacobs Based on The Heritage of the Desert by Zane Grey Produced by Harry Sherman Cinematography Russell Harlan Edited by Sherman A. Rose Music by Victor Young Production company Paramount Pictures Distributed by Paramount Pictures Release date June 23, 1939 Running time 73 minutes Country United States Language English

In Old Caliente is a 1939 American Western film directed by Joseph Kane and starring Roy Rogers. SYNOPSIS Americans come West to California in the hope of peaceful settlement. Set after California's Statehood but before the American Civil War, Roy Rogers is working for a wealthy Spanish family. One of their men is secretly betraying the arrival of targets of opportunity to a group of Anglo American bandits but puts the blame on Roy. The film has several unusual sequences such as having several scenes shot on a beach and having bandits after a giant sphere of gold. There is only one mention made of Caliente, California. CAST & CREW Roy Rogers as Roy Rogers Lynne Roberts as Jean Marshall George "Gabby" Hayes as "Gabby" Whittaker Jack La Rue as Sujarno Katherine DeMille as Rita Vargas Frank Puglia as Don José Vargas Harry Woods as 'Curly' Calkins Paul Marion as Carlos Vargas Ethel Wales as Aunt Felicia Merrill McCormick as Pedro Directed by Joseph Kane Written by Norman Houston (story), Norman Houston (screenplay) and Gerald Geraghty (screenplay) Produced by Joseph Kane Cinematography William Nobles Edited by Edward Mann Distributed by Republic Pictures Release date June 19, 1939 Running time 57 minutes, 54 minutes (US edited version) Country United States Language English

Law of the Pampas is a 1939 American Western film directed by Nate Watt and written by Harrison Jacobs. The film stars William Boyd, Russell Hayden, Sidney Toler, Steffi Duna, Sidney Blackmer, Pedro de Cordoba and William Duncan. The film was released on November 3, 1939, by Paramount Pictures. Hungarian-born Steffi Duna plays a convincing Argentine senorita and Sidney Toler plays a comic character. Contrary to previously published reports, David Niven does not appear in Law of the Pampas, unbilled or otherwise. SYNOPSIS Hoppy and Lucky are headed to South America to deliver a herd of cattle. Bad guy Ralph Merritt gets in their way. For a while. Hoppy (William Boyd) and his pal Lucky (Russell Hayden) head to South America to look after a herd of cattle sold by Cassidy's boss to an Argentine rancher. Villain Ralph Merritt (Sidney Blackmer) wants to get his mitts on that cattle, and he's not above hiring the scum of the earth to do his bidding. Fortunately, Hoppy, Lucky and their new Latin American buddy Don Fernando (Sidney Toler) make short work of the bad guys in an outsized barroom brawl. CAST & CREW William Boyd as Hopalong Cassidy Russell Hayden as Lucky Jenkins Sidney Toler as Don Fernando 'Ferdy' Maria Lopez Ramirez Steffi Duna as Chiquita Sidney Blackmer as Ralph Merritt Pedro de Cordoba as Señor Jose Valdez William Duncan as Buck Peters Anna Demetrio as Dolores Ramirez Eddie Dean as Henchman Curly Glenn Strange as Henchman Slim Jo Jo La Savio as Ernesto Tito Valdez The King's Men as Singing Cowhands Directed by Nate Watt Screenplay by Harrison Jacobs Produced by Harry Sherman Cinematography Russell Harlan Edited by Carroll Lewis Music by Victor Young, John Leipold Production company Harry Sherman Productions Distributed by Paramount Pictures Release date November 3, 1939 Running time 72 minutes Country United States Language English