The Plainsman and the Lady

The Inspired Epic of the Pony Express!

3.0/1019461h 27mReleased

Western

Film about the early days of the Pony Express and the crooked businessman who opposed it.

Released: Nov 11, 1946

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Bill Elliott

Sam Colton

Vera Ralston

Ann Arnesen

Gail Patrick

Cathy Arnesen

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