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Lightnin' Bill Carson
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Lightnin' Bill Carson

1936-04-14 · 75 min · ★ 7.0

Drama · Adventure · Action · Western

A lawman captures the notorious "Pecos Kid", who is tried and hanged for his crimes--then starts to have doubts as to whether the Kid actually committed the crimes.

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Directors
Sam Newfield
Production companies
Excelsior Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Tim McCoyTim McCoyMarshal Lightnin' Bill Carson
Lois JanuaryLois JanuaryDolores Costello
Rex LeaseRex LeaseFred Rand aka The Pecos Kid
Harry WorthHarry Worth'Silent' Tom Rand
Karl HackettKarl HackettStack Stone
John MertonJohn Merton'Breed' Hawkins
Joseph W. GirardJoseph W. GirardBanker John Mount
Lafe McKeeLafe McKeeDon Costello

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