Movie

A Rider of the Plains

★ 9.0(1)193157m

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Good to know

Director: John P. McCarthy
Release date: 1931-05-03
Runtime: 57m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Trem Carr Pictures

About A Rider of the Plains

A Rider of the Plains is a 1931 movie in the Western genre, directed by John P. McCarthy, starring Tom Tyler, Lilian Bond and Al Bridge. It has a runtime of 57 minutes. It holds an average rating of 9.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch A Rider of the Plains in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Blackie Saunders and his young partner Sandy arrive in Indian Springs where Blackie meets his old friend Jim whom he once rode with on the wrong side of the law. Jim is now the Parson but Blackie still carries the reputation of a killer. When the townspeople decide Blackie is not a fit guardian for the boy, Jim convinces Blackie to leave the boy with him. But just after Blackie leaves town, the express office is robbed and it is assumed Blackie did it.

Cast

Tom Tyler

Blackie Saunders

Lilian Bond

Betty Harper

Al Bridge

Deputy Bill Gaines

Ted Adams

Parson Jim Wallace

Gordon De Main

Sheriff John Evans

Andy Shuford

Silent Sandy

Slim Whitaker

Deputy Castro

Fern Emmett

Miss Whipple

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch A Rider of the Plains in South Africa?+

A Rider of the Plains is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is A Rider of the Plains on Netflix?+

A Rider of the Plains is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is A Rider of the Plains?+

A Rider of the Plains has a runtime of 57 minutes (57 minutes).

Who stars in A Rider of the Plains?+

A Rider of the Plains stars Tom Tyler, Lilian Bond, Al Bridge, Ted Adams and Gordon De Main.

When did A Rider of the Plains come out?+

A Rider of the Plains is a 1931 movie directed by John P. McCarthy.

What genre is A Rider of the Plains?+

A Rider of the Plains is Western film.

Who directed A Rider of the Plains?+

A Rider of the Plains was directed by John P. McCarthy.