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When the Daltons Rode

"WANTED DEAD or ALIVE SCREAMED THE NATION WHEN the DALTONS ROAD"

August 23, 1940 1h 21m 6.0/10 (20 votes)

Originally released in 1940. When the Daltons Rode is a western film. directed by George Marshall. At just 81 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Randolph Scott, Kay Francis, and Brian Donlevy

Synopsis

Young lawyer Tod Jackson arrives in pioneer Kansas to visit his prosperous rancher friends the Daltons, just as the latter are in danger of losing their land to a crooked development company. When Tod tries to help them, a faked murder charge turns the Daltons into outlaws, but more victims than villains in this fictionalized version. Will Tod stay loyal to his friends despite falling in love with Bob Dalton's former fiancée Julie?

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 23, 1940 85 years ago
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Runtime 1h 21m 81 minutes total
User Rating 6.0/10 Good (20 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Universal Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is When the Daltons Rode about?

Young lawyer Tod Jackson arrives in pioneer Kansas to visit his prosperous rancher friends the Daltons, just as the latter are in danger of losing their land to a crooked development company. When ...

Who directed When the Daltons Rode?

When the Daltons Rode was directed by George Marshall.

How long is When the Daltons Rode?

When the Daltons Rode has a runtime of 1 hours and 21 minutes (81 minutes total).

When was When the Daltons Rode released?

When the Daltons Rode was released on August 23, 1940 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in When the Daltons Rode?

The main cast of When the Daltons Rode includes Randolph Scott, Kay Francis, Brian Donlevy, George Bancroft, Broderick Crawford.