Robin Hood of Texas

Robin Hood of Texas
Theatrical release poster
Directed byLesley Selander
Screenplay byJohn K. Butler
Earle Snell
Produced bySidney Picker
StarringGene Autry
Lynne Roberts
Sterling Holloway
Adele Mara
James Cardwell
John Kellogg
CinematographyWilliam Bradford
Edited byHarry Keller
Production
company
Republic Pictures
Distributed byRepublic Pictures
Release date
  • July 15, 1947 (1947-07-15) (U.S.)
Running time
71 minutes
54 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Robin Hood of Texas is a 1947 American Western film directed by Lesley Selander and written by John K. Butler and Earle Snell. The film stars Gene Autry, Lynne Roberts, Sterling Holloway, Adele Mara, James Cardwell, and John Kellogg.[1][2][3] The film was released on July 15, 1947, by Republic Pictures.

Plot

Robin Hood of Texas is a 1947 American Western film directed by Lesley Selander. The story follows a group of former musicians who, after being cheated out of their earnings by a crooked promoter, decide to turn to a life of crime to recover their lost money. Inspired by the legendary outlaw Robin Hood, they begin robbing from the wealthy to give back to those in need. Along the way, they find themselves entangled with the law, but also with locals who admire their daring spirit. The film combines elements of comedy, adventure, and romance, with Gene Autry playing a key role as the charismatic leader of the group, whose moral struggle forms the heart of the story.

Cast

References

  1. ^ "Robin Hood of Texas (1947) - Overview". TCM.com. September 6, 2009. Retrieved September 9, 2015.
  2. ^ Hans J. Wollstein (2016). "Robin-Hood-of-Texas - Trailer - Cast - Showtimes". Movies & TV Dept. The New York Times. Archived from the original on March 7, 2016. Retrieved September 9, 2015.
  3. ^ "Robin Hood of Texas". Afi.com. Retrieved September 9, 2015.