Robin Hood of Texas

Robin Hood of Texas is a 1947 American Western film directed by Lesley Selander and written by John K. Butler and Earle Snell. The film stars Gene Autry, Lynne Roberts, Sterling Holloway, Adele Mara, James Cardwell, and John Kellogg.^[1][2][3] The film was released on July 15, 1947, by Republic Pictures.

Robin Hood of Texas
Theatrical release poster
Directed by	Lesley Selander
Screenplay by	John K. Butler Earle Snell
Produced by	Sidney Picker
Starring	Gene Autry Lynne Roberts Sterling Holloway Adele Mara James Cardwell John Kellogg
Cinematography	William Bradford
Edited by	Harry Keller
Production company	Republic Pictures
Distributed by	Republic Pictures
Release date	July 15, 1947 (1947-07-15) (U.S.)
Running time	71 minutes 54 minutes
Country	United States
Language	English

Plot

Robin Hood of Texas is a 1947 American Western film directed by Lesley Selander. The story follows a group of former musicians who, after being cheated out of their earnings by a crooked promoter, decide to turn to a life of crime to recover their lost money. Inspired by the legendary outlaw Robin Hood, they begin robbing from the wealthy to give back to those in need. Along the way, they find themselves entangled with the law, but also with locals who admire their daring spirit. The film combines elements of comedy, adventure, and romance, with Gene Autry playing a key role as the charismatic leader of the group, whose moral struggle forms the heart of the story.

Cast

• Gene Autry as Gene Autry
• Sterling Holloway as Droopy Haynes
• Adele Mara as Julie
• James Cardwell as Duke Mantel
• John Kellogg as Nick
• Ray Walker as Detective Lt. Lacey
• Archie Twitchell as Jim Prescott
• Paul Bryar as Ace
• James Flavin as Captain Danforth
• Dorothy Vaughan as Mrs. O'Brien
• Stanley Andrews as Mr. Hamby
• Al Bridge as Sheriff
• The Cass County Boys as Musicians
• Bert Dodson as Bass Player Bert
• Fred S. Martin as Accordion Player Freddie
• Jerry Scoggins as Guitar Player Jerry