The Vigilantes Return (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 0.5
Released in 1947, The Vigilantes Return is an action, music and western film directed by Ray Taylor, running about 63 minutes. “Gun Slinging---THRILLS ALONG THE MONTANA FRONTIER!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Marshal Johnnie Taggart, posing as an outlaw named "Ace" Braddock, comes to Bannack, Montana to restore law and order. But he is recognized by Kitty, co-owner with Clay Curtwright of the infamous Bull Whip saloon. But "bad-girl" Kitty keeps her mouth shut. When Johnnie's pal Andy reports a stage holdup, Curtwright's henchman, Ben Borden, talks the sheriff and Judge Holden into suspecting Johnnie. Johnnie reveals himself to Judge Holden as a government marshal, and the judge voices his opinion that Curtwright is the leader of the road agents, but voices it in the presence of his granddaughter, Louise Holden.
Who’s in it. The Vigilantes Return stars Jon Hall as Marshal Johnnie Taggart, Margaret Lindsay as Kitty, Andy Devine as Andy and Paula Drew as Louise Holden, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 0.5/10, The Vigilantes Return has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Vigilantes Return page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Vigilantes Return tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Vigilantes Return (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Vigilantes Return change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Vigilantes Return worth watching?
- The Vigilantes Return holds an audience score of 0.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, music and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Vigilantes Return?
- The Vigilantes Return stars Jon Hall, Margaret Lindsay, Andy Devine, Paula Drew and Jack Lambert.
- When was The Vigilantes Return released?
- The Vigilantes Return was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 63 minutes.