04 Sep 1942
Prairie Pals
Two deputies go undercover to save a scientist from his evil kidnappers.
For the Service
Massacre In 'Hell's Half Acre'
Cowboy star Buck Jones made his directorial debut with the Universal western For the Service. Jones is cast as Indian scout Buck O'Bryan, trying his best to keep the peace between the Native Americans and a government outpost. O'Bryan is replaced by George Murphy, the son of commanding officer Captain Murphy. Obviously unqualified for his job, Murphy proves himself a coward and a weakling, forcing O'Bryan to take over when the fort is besieged by outlaw Bruce Howard and his gang.
Top Billed Cast
Buck Jones Buck O'Bryan
Phillip Trent George Murphy
Edward Keane Captain Murphy
Fred Kohler Bruce Howard
Beth Marion Penny Carson
Frank McGlynn Sr. Jim, a Scout
Ben Corbett Ben, a Scout
Chief Thunderbird Chief Big Bear
Robert McKenzie Sherman
Silver Buck's Horse
Roy Bucko Stagecoach Driver (uncredited)
Richard Cramer Henchman (uncredited)
Alfred P. James Carson (uncredited)
Cactus Mack Soldier (uncredited)
Lafe McKee Rancher Johnson (uncredited)
Artie Ortego Henchman (uncredited)
Allan Sears Henchman (uncredited)
William Steele Henchman (uncredited)
Chief Thundercloud Indian Brave (uncredited)
Francis Walker Army Scout (uncredited)
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