A frontier marshal doubts his own courage when three gunmen threaten his town.A frontier marshal doubts his own courage when three gunmen threaten his town.A frontier marshal doubts his own courage when three gunmen threaten his town.
Edgar Buchanan
- Will 'Bill' Dowdy
- (as Edgar Buchanon)
Lon Chaney Jr.
- John W. Harmon
- (as Lon Chaney)
Barton MacLane
- Henry 'Tiny' Longtree
- (as Barton McLane)
Robert Karnes
- Ward Blythe
- (as Bob Karnes)
Tex Holden
- Townsman
- (uncredited)
Storyline
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- SoundtracksThe Silver Star
Composed and Sung by Jimmy Wakely
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An Off-beat, thought provoking western drama.
Although this nifty little western drama is seldom available for viewing, it remains as one of the better western character studies of the 50s. Perhaps the lack of action, and the stark reality of the picture account for the poor reviews it received upon it's release, however, in hindsight, it remains one of the better "High Noon" inspired quickies, and is perhaps in some respects even better than it's insparation. Lyon shows signs of real acting brilliance as the cowardly Sheriff, only willing to fight when he is shamed into it. The great title song by Wakely is unforgettable.
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- louis124
- Nov 15, 1999
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- Release date
- Country of origin
- Language
- Also known as
- The Sheriff
- Filming locations
- Paramount Ranch - 2813 Cornell Road, Agoura, California, USA(Western town, nearby buildings & other areas of ranch)
- Production company
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- Runtime1 hour 13 minutes
- Color
- Sound mix
- Aspect ratio
- 1.85 : 1
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