Plot — What is Thunder Over the Plains about?
Set in 1869, after the Civil War, Texas had not yet been readmitted to the Union and carpetbaggers, hiding behind the legal protection of the Union Army of occupation, had taken over the state. Federal Captain Porter, a Texan, has to carry out orders against his own people. He brings in the rebel leader Ben Westman whom he knows is innocent of a murder that he is accused of. In trying to prove his innocence, Porter himself becomes a wanted man.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1953 |
| Genre | Western |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 82 min |
| Audience Score | 56% (5.6/10, 16 votes) |
Thunder Over the Plains — FAQ
Is Thunder Over the Plains worth watching? Thunder Over the Plains holds a 5.6/10 rating from 16 viewers. Set in 1869, after the Civil War, Texas had not yet been readmitted to the Union and carpetbaggers, hiding behind the legal protection of the Union Army of occupation, had taken over the state. Federal Captain Porter, a
Who directed Thunder Over the Plains? Directed by André de Toth.
Who is in the cast of Thunder Over the Plains? It stars Randolph Scott, Lex Barker, Phyllis Kirk, Charles McGraw, Henry Hull, Elisha Cook Jr. and more.
Where can I stream Thunder Over the Plains? Streaming availability for Thunder Over the Plains is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Thunder Over the Plains release? It released in 1953.
