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Dark Command

Dark Command

A drama of undying love.

When transplanted Texan Bob Seton arrives in Lawrence, Kansas he finds much to like about the place, especially Mary McCloud, daughter of the local banker. Politics is in the air however. It's just prior to the civil war and there is already a sharp division in the Territory as to whether it will remain slave-free. When he gets the opportunity to run for marshal, Seton finds himself running against the respected local schoolteacher, William Cantrell. Not is what it seems however. While acting as the upstanding citizen in public, Cantrell is dangerously ambitious and is prepared to do anything to make his mark, and his fortune, on the Territory. When he loses the race for marshal, he forms a group of raiders who run guns into the territory and rob and terrorize settlers throughout the territory. Eventually donning Confederate uniforms, it is left to Seton and the good citizens of Lawrence to face Cantrell and his raiders in one final clash.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Dark Command
  • Genres: Drama, Romance, Western
  • Release Date: 1940-04-15
  • Runtime: 94 minutes
  • Rating: 6.33/10 (53 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Republic Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.8912
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Claire Trevor

Claire Trevor

as Miss Mary McCloud

John Wayne

John Wayne

as Bob Seton

Walter Pidgeon

Walter Pidgeon

as William 'Will' Cantrell

Roy Rogers

Roy Rogers

as Fletcher 'Fletch' McCloud

George 'Gabby' Hayes

George 'Gabby' Hayes

as Andrew 'Doc' Grunch

Porter Hall

Porter Hall

as Angus McCloud

Marjorie Main

Marjorie Main

as Mrs. Cantrell / Mrs. Adams

Raymond Walburn

Raymond Walburn

as Judge Buckner

Joe Sawyer

Joe Sawyer

as Bushropp

Helen MacKellar

Helen MacKellar

as Mrs. Hale

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Dark Command

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dark Command?

Dark Command is a Drama, Romance, Western movie directed by . It was released on 1940-04-15.

Who are the main actors in Dark Command?

The main cast includes Claire Trevor, John Wayne, Walter Pidgeon, Roy Rogers, George 'Gabby' Hayes, .

Where can I watch Dark Command online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Dark Command is available.

Is Dark Command based on a true story?

A drama of undying love.

What is the IMDb rating of Dark Command?

Dark Command has an IMDb rating of 6.33/10 based on 53 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Dark Command?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Dark Command?

The soundtrack was composed by Republic Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Dark Command filmed?

Dark Command was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Dark Command?

The total runtime of Dark Command is 94 minutes.

Is Dark Command suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Dark Command?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Dark Command.

Does Dark Command have a post-credit scene?

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