The Man Behind The Gun
1953, English. Directed by Felix E. Feist.
An Easy-Going Gent with Deadly Guns...and a Reputation to Match!
This 1952 western stars Randolph Scott as an army investigator who poses as a schoolteacher while working undercover to expose a group of secessionists. Also starring Patrice Wymore, Roy Roberts, Alan Hale Jr., Lina Romay, Morris Ankrum, Dick Wesson and Philip Carey.
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Felix E. FeistDirector
- Randolph ScottMajor Ransome Callicut
- Patrice WymoreLora Roberts
- Dick WessonSgt. 'Monk' Walker
- Philip CareyCapt. Roy Giles
- Lina RomayChona Degnon
- Roy RobertsSen. Mark Sheldon
- Morris AnkrumBram Creegan
- Katherine WarrenPhoebe Sheldon (as Katharine Warren)
- Alan Hale Jr.Cpl. Olaf Swenson
- Douglas FowleyBuckley Saloon Manager
- Anthony CarusoVic Sutro (as Tony Caruso)
- Clancy Cooper'Kansas' Collins
Details
- Released
- 31 January 1953
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Twist, Robert Buckner
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The Man Behind The Gun: quick answers
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How long is The Man Behind The Gun?
The Man Behind The Gun runs 82 minutes (1h 22m).
Does The Man Behind The Gun have a post-credits scene?
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The Man Behind The Gun parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Man Behind The Gun is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Man Behind The Gun on?
The Man Behind The Gun isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Man Behind The Gun?
If you liked The Man Behind The Gun, try Ramrod, Man Without a Star, Dodge City.
Who directed The Man Behind The Gun?
The Man Behind The Gun (1953) was directed by Felix E. Feist and stars Randolph Scott, Patrice Wymore, Dick Wesson.