The Burning Cross(1947)
A Daring Expose of the K.K.K.
The Burning Cross Synopsis
Recently returned from WWII combat, unable to find a job, finding his sweetheart engaged to another man, and generally aware of the changes which have occurred in his hometown while he was away, a young man becomes easily talked into joining the Ku Klux Klan. Banned by the Virginia Board of Censors, and financed independently because no bank would loan money for it.
The Burning Cross (1947) is a crime film directed by Walter Colmes, released on September 1, 1947 with a runtime of 1h 17m. It stars Henry H. Daniels Jr., Virginia Patton, Dick Rich and Betty Roadman. Viewers rate it 7.0 out of 10 across 2 ratings.
- Director:
- Walter Colmes
- Writers:
- Selvyn Levinson, Aubrey Wisberg
- Cinematographer:
- Walter Strenge
- Composer:
- Ralph Stanley
- Production:
- Somerset Pictures Corp.
- Budget:
- $150
- Status:
- Released
The Burning Cross Cast & Crew
Main cast
Henry H. Daniels Jr.
as Johnny Larimer
Virginia Patton
as Doris Green
Dick Rich
as Lud Harris
Betty Roadman
as Agatha Larimer
Raymond Bond
as Dad Larimer
Matt Willis
as Mort Dauson
John Doucette
as Toby Mason
- Alexander Pope
Alexander Pope
as Howard Gibbons
Joel Fluellen
as Charlie West
- John Fostini
John Fostini
as Tony Areni
- Walden Boyle
Walden Boyle
as Investigator Walter Strickland
Richard Bailey
as Eddie "Pel" Pelham
Key crew
Directed by Walter Colmes, written by Selvyn Levinson and Aubrey Wisberg.
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The Burning Cross Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.0/10 from 2 ratings.
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The Burning Cross – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Burning Cross online?
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Who stars in The Burning Cross?
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The main cast of The Burning Cross (1947) includes Henry H. Daniels Jr., Virginia Patton, Dick Rich, Betty Roadman and Raymond Bond. The film was directed by Walter Colmes. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Burning Cross released?
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The Burning Cross was released on September 1, 1947 and runs for 1h 17m.
Is The Burning Cross worth watching?
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The Burning Cross (1947) holds an average rating of 7.0 out of 10 from 2 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy crime films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.