

Lightning Carson Rides Again
1938, English. Directed by Sam Newfield.
A WHIRLWIND WESTERN DRAMA!
Lightning Carson's nephew has been falsely accused of murder. To get in with the gang, Lightning poses as a Mexican. He also appears as himself making his costume changes at his sister's ranch. Just as he about to bring in the gang, a henchman finds evidence of his masquerade and arrives to expose the hoax.
- Runtime
- 0h 58m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Sam NewfieldDirector
- Tim McCoyLightning Bill Carson / Jose
- Joan BarclaySally - Paul Smith's Sweetheart
- Ted AdamsChuck
- Bob TerryPaul Smith - Carson's Nephew
- Forrest TaylorGunfight Henchman
- Ben CorbettHenchman Shorty
- Slim WhitakerSaloon Owner
- Frank WayneBank Cashier
- Jane KeckleyKatherine Smit- Carson's Sister
- Karl HackettGray -Banker
- Reed HowesHenchman Jim
- Frank LaRueSheriff Armstrong
Details
- Released
- 9 October 1938
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Isadore Bernstein
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How long is Lightning Carson Rides Again?
Lightning Carson Rides Again runs 58 minutes (0h 58m).
Does Lightning Carson Rides Again have a post-credits scene?
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Lightning Carson Rides Again is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
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What movies are like Lightning Carson Rides Again?
If you liked Lightning Carson Rides Again, try Go West, The Searchers, The Sons of Katie Elder.
Who directed Lightning Carson Rides Again?
Lightning Carson Rides Again (1938) was directed by Sam Newfield and stars Tim McCoy, Joan Barclay, Ted Adams.