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The Lone Ranger (1938)

"HEIGH-YO, SILVER! NOW WE'RE ON THE SCREEN! The three greatest characters of radio brought to vital screen life in the outstanding serial entertainment of all time."

6.019384h 24mEN
Western

Directed by John English

Rating

6.0/10

Runtime

4h 24m

Language

EN

Release

February 13, 1938

Director

John English

Overview

In 1865, Captain Mark Smith of the Confederate Army leads a band of deserters to conquer Texas and rule it as a dictator. In one of his first actions, he captures and assumes the identity of Texas' new Finance Commissioner, Colonel Marcus Jeffries, after having the real man murdered. When a continge...

Cast

Bruce Bennett

Bruce Bennett

Bert Rogers

Lee Powell

Lee Powell

Allen King

Chief Thundercloud

Chief Thundercloud

Tonto

Lynne Roberts

Lynne Roberts

Joan Blanchard

Stanley Andrews

Stanley Andrews

Captain Smith aka Colonel Jeffries

George Cleveland

George Cleveland

George Blanchard

William Farnum

William Farnum

Father McKim

Hal Taliaferro

Hal Taliaferro

Bob Stuart

Lane Chandler

Lane Chandler

Dick Forrest

George Montgomery

George Montgomery

Jim Clark

Sammy McKim

Sammy McKim

Sammy

John Merton

John Merton

Henchman Kester

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Lone Ranger (1938), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In 1865, Captain Mark Smith of the Confederate Army leads a band of deserters to conquer Texas and rule it as a dictator. In one of his first actions, he captures and assumes the identity of Texas' new Finance Commissioner, Colonel Marcus Jeffries, after having the real man murdered. When a contingent of Texas Rangers enters the territory, Snead, one of Smith's men, leads them into an ambush by Smith's "troopers". The Rangers are apparently wiped out, although one injured survivor is left. The survivor, nursed back to health by Tonto, swears to avenge the massacre and defeat "Colonel Jeffries" and his men.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Lone Ranger. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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