Beyond the Purple Hills
"SIX-GUNS SING OUT FOR JUSTICE!"
Originally released in 1950. Beyond the Purple Hills is a western film. directed by John English. At just 69 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Gene Autry, Champion, and Jo-Carroll Dennison
Synopsis
Gene Autry becomes the new Sheriff after bank robbers kill the former sheriff. When Judge Beaumont is murdered, evidence points to the judge's wild son. Believing the young man, Gene tries to help.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 25, 1950
75 years ago
Runtime
1h 9m
69 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Gene Autry
as Gene Autry
Champion
as Champ - Gene's Horse
Jo-Carroll Dennison
as Mollie Rayburn
Don Beddoe
as Amos Rayburn
James Millican
as Rocky Morgan
Don Reynolds
as Chip Beaumont
Hugh O'Brian
as Jack Beaumont
Roy Gordon
as Judge Beaumont
Harry Harvey
as Sheriff Whiteside
Pat Buttram
as Mike Rawley
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
- Gene Autry Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beyond the Purple Hills about?
Gene Autry becomes the new Sheriff after bank robbers kill the former sheriff. When Judge Beaumont is murdered, evidence points to the judge's wild son. Believing the young man, Gene tries to help.
Who directed Beyond the Purple Hills?
Beyond the Purple Hills was directed by John English.
How long is Beyond the Purple Hills?
Beyond the Purple Hills has a runtime of 1 hours and 9 minutes (69 minutes total).
When was Beyond the Purple Hills released?
Beyond the Purple Hills was released on July 25, 1950 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Beyond the Purple Hills?
The main cast of Beyond the Purple Hills includes Gene Autry, Champion, Jo-Carroll Dennison, Don Beddoe, James Millican.