The Shepherd of the Hills
"Your Applause Will Resound Like the Thunder in the Hills!"
Originally released in 1928. The Shepherd of the Hills is a western/drama film. directed by Albert S. Rogell.
Starring Alec B. Francis, Molly O'Day, and John Boles
Synopsis
David Howitt, a stranger, comes among the mountain folk of the Missouri hills and, taken in by an Ozark family, becomes known as The Shepherd because of his gentle and kindly ways. Years earlier, his son betrayed a mountaineer's daughter, and The Shepherd hopes to atone for his error. When a continued drought threatens the people with starvation and ruin, they lose faith in the "miracle man" and mock him, though he begs them to keep the faith.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1928
98 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- First National Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Shepherd of the Hills about?
David Howitt, a stranger, comes among the mountain folk of the Missouri hills and, taken in by an Ozark family, becomes known as The Shepherd because of his gentle and kindly ways. Years earlier, h...
Who directed The Shepherd of the Hills?
The Shepherd of the Hills was directed by Albert S. Rogell.
How long is The Shepherd of the Hills?
The Shepherd of the Hills has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was The Shepherd of the Hills released?
The Shepherd of the Hills was released on January 1, 1928 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Shepherd of the Hills?
The main cast of The Shepherd of the Hills includes Alec B. Francis, Molly O'Day, John Boles, Matthew Betz, Romaine Fielding.