Scattergood Rides High movie poster

Scattergood Rides High

May 8, 1942 1h 6m

Originally released in 1942. Scattergood Rides High is a comedy film. directed by Christy Cabanne. At just 66 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Guy Kibbee, Jed Prouty, and Dorothy Moore

Synopsis

When Martin Knox, a friend of Scattergood's who owns a horse-breeding farm, is killed in a harness race Scattergood tells Martin's son Dan that he will send him to college if he forgets about taking over his father's business, which was heavily mortgaged and has been put up for auction after Knox's death. The boy reluctantly agrees, but when he discovers that his favorite horse Starlight is sick, he decides to bring the animal back to health and then enter him in the Governor's Race, whose $5000 prize would enable Dan to pay off his father's mortgage and keep the business in the family.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 8, 1942 83 years ago
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Runtime 1h 6m 66 minutes total
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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

  • Pyramid Productions
  • RKO Radio Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Scattergood Rides High about?

When Martin Knox, a friend of Scattergood's who owns a horse-breeding farm, is killed in a harness race Scattergood tells Martin's son Dan that he will send him to college if he forgets about takin...

Who directed Scattergood Rides High?

Scattergood Rides High was directed by Christy Cabanne.

How long is Scattergood Rides High?

Scattergood Rides High has a runtime of 1 hours and 6 minutes (66 minutes total).

When was Scattergood Rides High released?

Scattergood Rides High was released on May 8, 1942 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Scattergood Rides High?

The main cast of Scattergood Rides High includes Guy Kibbee, Jed Prouty, Dorothy Moore, Charles Lind, Kenneth Howell.