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Thunder Over the Plains

"THUNDER IN HIS HEART...LIGHTNING IN HIS HOLSTERS..."

October 27, 1953 1h 22m 5.4/10 (15 votes)

Originally released in 1953. Thunder Over the Plains is a western film. directed by André de Toth. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Randolph Scott, Lex Barker, and Phyllis Kirk

Synopsis

Set in 1869, after the Civil War, Texas had not yet been readmitted to the Union and carpetbaggers, hiding behind the legal protection of the Union Army of occupation, had taken over the state. Federal Captain Porter, a Texan, has to carry out orders against his own people. He brings in the rebel leader Ben Westman whom he knows is innocent of a murder that he is accused of. In trying to prove his innocence, Porter himself becomes a wanted man.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 27, 1953 72 years ago
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Runtime 1h 22m 82 minutes total
User Rating 5.4/10 Mixed (15 votes)
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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

  • Warner Bros. Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thunder Over the Plains about?

Set in 1869, after the Civil War, Texas had not yet been readmitted to the Union and carpetbaggers, hiding behind the legal protection of the Union Army of occupation, had taken over the state. Fed...

Who directed Thunder Over the Plains?

Thunder Over the Plains was directed by André de Toth.

How long is Thunder Over the Plains?

Thunder Over the Plains has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).

When was Thunder Over the Plains released?

Thunder Over the Plains was released on October 27, 1953 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Thunder Over the Plains?

The main cast of Thunder Over the Plains includes Randolph Scott, Lex Barker, Phyllis Kirk, Charles McGraw, Henry Hull.