Lightning Strikes West(1940)
Another 100 per cent score for the screen's premier Western star! A cyclonic drama of Love, laughter and slaughter in a land where blue steel Blints, bullets whine, and Death rides on dangerous trails.
Lightning Strikes West Synopsis
When Butch Taggart escapes prison, the Marshal sends Lightning Morgan to find him and his hidden gold. He finds the map to the gold on Taggart's boot. Joe Laikon and his men are also after the gold and they overpower Morgan, get the map, and head for the treasure. But Morgan and Tod Grant are soon on their trail
Lightning Strikes West (1940) is a western film directed by Harry L. Fraser, released on June 1, 1940 with a runtime of 55m. It stars Ken Maynard, Claire Rochelle, Bob Terry and Michael Vallon. Viewers rate it 5.3 out of 10 across 3 ratings.
- Director:
- Harry L. Fraser
- Writers:
- Martha Chapin
- Producers:
- Max Alexander, Arthur Alexander
- Cinematographer:
- Elmer Dyer
- Composer:
- Lew Porter
- Production:
- Colony Pictures
- Status:
- Released
Lightning Strikes West Cast & Crew
Main cast
Ken Maynard
as Lightning Ken Morgan
Claire Rochelle
as Mae Grant
Bob Terry
as Tad Grant
Michael Vallon
as Butch Taggart
Charles King
as Joe Lakin
Reed Howes
as Henchman Frank
Dick Dickinson
as Henchman Mack
William Gould
as Marshal Jim Correy
George Chesebro
as 2nd Sheriff
John Elliott
as Dr. Jenkins
- Jack Evans
Jack Evans
as Barfly
- Oscar Gahan
Oscar Gahan
as Posse Rider
Key crew
Directed by Harry L. Fraser, written by Martha Chapin, produced by Max Alexander and Arthur Alexander.
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Lightning Strikes West Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.3/10 from 3 ratings.
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Lightning Strikes West – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Lightning Strikes West online?
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Who stars in Lightning Strikes West?
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The main cast of Lightning Strikes West (1940) includes Ken Maynard, Claire Rochelle, Bob Terry, Michael Vallon and Charles King. The film was directed by Harry L. Fraser. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Lightning Strikes West released?
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Lightning Strikes West was released on June 1, 1940 and runs for 55m.
Is Lightning Strikes West worth watching?
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Lightning Strikes West (1940) holds an average rating of 5.3 out of 10 from 3 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy western films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.