Riders of Death Valley

Overview

Two iconic cowboy stars team up in this lavish western serial featuring Dick Foran and the deadpan Buck Jones, known for his comedic flair. Together, they take on an outlaw gang led by the formidable Wolf Reade, portrayed by Charles Bickford. The ensemble cast includes notable talents like Leo Carillo, Lon Chaney Jr., and silent film star Monte Blue, adding depth to the story. Leading lady Jeanne Kelly, who later became Jean Brooks, would go on to star in the classic thriller The Seventh Victim. Universal's hefty $1 million budget ensured this serial's action sequences were repurposed in countless future productions.