Texas Lady
"WOMANLY WILES WERE HER WEAPONS!"
Originally released in 1955. Texas Lady is a western film. directed by Tim Whelan. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Claudette Colbert, Barry Sullivan, and Ray Collins
Synopsis
Claudette Colbert plays Prudence Webb, who arrives in the wide-open town of Fort Ralston, Texas, to assume control of her late father's newspaper. Her first major print crusade is aimed at gambler Chris Mooney (Barry Sullivan), whom Prudence holds responsible for her dad's suicide. She then takes aim at a couple of crooked cattle barons (Ray Collins and Walter Sande), who'd like nothing better than to put Prudence out of the way for keeps.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 23, 1955
70 years ago
Runtime
1h 22m
82 minutes total
User Rating
5.4/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Claudette Colbert
as Prudence Webb
Barry Sullivan
as Chris Mooney
Ray Collins
as Mica Ralston (rancher)
James Bell
as Clay Ballard (Clarion owner)
Horace McMahon
as Stringer Winfield
Gregory Walcott
as Deputy Jess Foley
John Litel
as Meade Moore (wigwam owner)
Douglas Fowley
as Clay Ballard (Clarion owner)
Don Haggerty
as Sheriff Herndon
Walter Sande
as Whit Sturdy
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- RKO Radio Pictures
- Nat Holt Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Texas Lady about?
Claudette Colbert plays Prudence Webb, who arrives in the wide-open town of Fort Ralston, Texas, to assume control of her late father's newspaper. Her first major print crusade is aimed at gambler...
Who directed Texas Lady?
Texas Lady was directed by Tim Whelan.
How long is Texas Lady?
Texas Lady has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was Texas Lady released?
Texas Lady was released on November 23, 1955 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Texas Lady?
The main cast of Texas Lady includes Claudette Colbert, Barry Sullivan, Ray Collins, James Bell, Horace McMahon.