Gun Runner
"SINGIN' JIMMY'S SLINGIN' LEAD...in trigger round-up of frontier smuggler gang!"
Originally released in 1949. Gun Runner is a western film. directed by Lambert Hillyer. At just 54 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jimmy Wakely, Dub Taylor, and Noel Neill
Synopsis
Kate Diamond owns the Roaring Falls Trading Post from where she directs her gang's gun-smuggling to the Indians. After she short-changes smuggler Stacey, his men attempt to steal the hidden guns, and attack her foreman Nebraska, but he is saved by Jimmy and "Cannonball" on their way to file a homestead claim at Canyon City. Jimmy renews a long acquaintance with Sheriff Harris and his daughter Jessica. The sheriff is wounded by half-breed Danny when he finds a rifle hidden in the latter's wagon, but Jimmy captures the outlaw, a go-between for Kate and the Indians.Wounded and in bed, Sheriff Harris ask Jimmy not to tell Jessica that she is only adopted and that Nebraska is really her father, although he believes her to be dead.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 30, 1949
77 years ago
Runtime
0h 54m
54 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Jimmy Wakely
as Jimmy Wakely
Dub Taylor
as Cannonball Taylor (as 'Cannonball' Taylor)
Noel Neill
as Jessica Harris
Mae Clarke
as Kate Diamond
Kenne Duncan
as Nebraska
Marshall Reed
as Henchman Riley
Steve Clark
as Sheriff Ted Harris
Ted Adams
as Danny Fox
Bud Osborne
as Deputy Burt
Carol Henry
as Henchman Stacey
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Monogram Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gun Runner about?
Kate Diamond owns the Roaring Falls Trading Post from where she directs her gang's gun-smuggling to the Indians. After she short-changes smuggler Stacey, his men attempt to steal the hidden guns, a...
Who directed Gun Runner?
Gun Runner was directed by Lambert Hillyer.
How long is Gun Runner?
Gun Runner has a runtime of 0 hours and 54 minutes (54 minutes total).
When was Gun Runner released?
Gun Runner was released on January 30, 1949 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Gun Runner?
The main cast of Gun Runner includes Jimmy Wakely, Dub Taylor, Noel Neill, Mae Clarke, Kenne Duncan.