Alias Jesse James
"Look who they gave a gun!"
Originally released in 1959. Alias Jesse James is a comedy/western film. directed by Norman Z. McLeod.
Starring Bob Hope, Rhonda Fleming, and Wendell Corey
Synopsis
Insurance salesman Milford Farnsworth sells a man a life policy only to discover that the man in question is the outlaw Jesse James. Milford is sent to buy back the policy, but is robbed by Jesse. And when Jesse learns that Milford's boss is on the way out with more cash, he plans to rob him too and have Milford get killed in the robbery while dressed as Jesse, and collect on the policy.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 20, 1959
66 years ago
Runtime
1h 32m
92 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (26 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Bob Hope
as Milford Farnsworth
Rhonda Fleming
as Cora Lee Collins
Wendell Corey
as Jesse James
Gloria Talbott
as Princess Irawanie
Jim Davis
as Frank James
Will Wright
as Titus Queasley
Mary Young
as 'Ma' James
Mickey Finn
as Tough #2 in Dirty Dog Saloon
Bob Gunderson
as James Gang Member
Fred Kohler Jr.
as James Gang Member
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1997Production Details
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- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Hope Enterprises
- United Artists
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alias Jesse James about?
Insurance salesman Milford Farnsworth sells a man a life policy only to discover that the man in question is the outlaw Jesse James. Milford is sent to buy back the policy, but is robbed by Jesse. ...
Who directed Alias Jesse James?
Alias Jesse James was directed by Norman Z. McLeod.
How long is Alias Jesse James?
Alias Jesse James has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).
When was Alias Jesse James released?
Alias Jesse James was released on March 20, 1959 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Alias Jesse James?
The main cast of Alias Jesse James includes Bob Hope, Rhonda Fleming, Wendell Corey, Gloria Talbott, Jim Davis.