Stage to Thunder Rock 1964
"They rode a trail of vengeance and violence !"
Directed by William F. Claxton, *Stage to Thunder Rock (1964)* plunges audiences into the dusty, sun-baked world of a weathered sheriff forced to confront a painful past.
Director: William F. Claxton
Cast
Barry Sullivan
Sheriff Horne
Marilyn Maxwell
Leah Parker
Scott Brady
Sam Swope
Lon Chaney Jr.
Henry Parker(as Lon Chaney)
Anne Seymour
Myra Parker
John Agar
Dan Carrouthers
Wanda Hendrix
Sarah Swope
Ralph Taeger
Reese Sawyer
Keenan Wynn
Ross Sawyer
Allan Jones
Mayor Ted Dollar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stage to Thunder Rock (1964) about?
This tense Western follows an aging sheriff who must arrest the outlaw father and sons he once considered family. The film explores the emotional toll of duty when loyalty clashes with justice in a small frontier town.
Who directed Stage to Thunder Rock?
William F. Claxton directed the film, bringing a sharp eye for character-driven Western storytelling.
Who stars in Stage to Thunder Rock?
The film features Barry Sullivan, Marilyn Maxwell, Scott Brady, Lon Chaney Jr., and Anne Seymour in key roles.
Is Stage to Thunder Rock (1964) worth watching?
While it's a lesser-known Western, *Stage to Thunder Rock* delivers a compelling moral dilemma within a tight runtime. Fans of character-driven films and classic Westerns may find it a rewarding watch.
How long is Stage to Thunder Rock?
The movie runs for 82 minutes, making it a brisk and engaging watch for Western enthusiasts.
About Stage to Thunder Rock (1964) — A Western about family, duty, and the high price of justice
Directed by William F. Claxton, *Stage to Thunder Rock (1964)* plunges audiences into the dusty, sun-baked world of a weathered sheriff forced to confront a painful past. When duty calls, he must track down and arrest the very outlaw family—father and two sons—who once raised him. This gripping Western explores themes of loyalty, justice, and the personal cost of law enforcement, all wrapped in a tense atmosphere where every decision carries weight.
Set against the rugged backdrop of the Old West, the film blends vengeance and morality into a tight 82-minute narrative. With Barry Sullivan at the helm as the conflicted sheriff, the cast delivers sharp performances that bring depth to the story's emotional core. The clash of duty versus loyalty simmers beneath the surface, creating a Western that's as much about human conflict as it is about law and order.
