Lone Star Pioneers (1939): cast, story & where to watch

1939 · Film · ★ 9

Lone Star Pioneers poster

Released in 1939, Lone Star Pioneers is a drama and western film directed by Joseph Levering, running about 56 minutes.

What it’s about. Wagon trains bringing supplies are being robbed and Marshal Pat Barrett has been sent to investigate. Posing as an outlaw he gets into Buck's gang. When the Ranger Captain sends for more troops, Buck's inside man brings the message to him. Buck then plans to substitute his men for the Rangers but he tells Pat and Pat rides off to try and warn the Ranger Captain.

Who’s in it. Lone Star Pioneers stars Bill Elliott as Pat Barret, Dorothy Gulliver as Virginia Crittenden, Lee Shumway as Bill Ruphy and Slim Whitaker as Buck Bally, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Lone Star Pioneers sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lone Star Pioneers page.

If you liked it. Fans of Lone Star Pioneers tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Lone Star Pioneers (1939)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lone Star Pioneers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Lone Star Pioneers worth watching?
Lone Star Pioneers holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and western. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Lone Star Pioneers?
Lone Star Pioneers stars Bill Elliott, Dorothy Gulliver, Lee Shumway, Slim Whitaker and Charles King.
When was Lone Star Pioneers released?
Lone Star Pioneers was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 56 minutes.