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49% Critic Match
The Legend of the Lone Ranger
“The untold story of the man behind the mask, and the legend behind the man.”
4.9 / 10• 1981• 1h 38m•PG• English
ActionAdventureWestern
Storyline
When the young Texas Ranger, John Reid, is the sole survivor of an ambush arranged by the militaristic outlaw leader, Butch Cavendich, he is rescued by an old childhood Comanche friend, Tonto. When he recovers from his wounds, he dedicates his life to fighting the evil that Cavendich represents. To this end, John Reid becomes the great masked western hero, The Lone Ranger. With the help of Tonto, the pair go to rescue President Grant when Cavendich takes him hostage.
Cast & Crew
Klinton Spilsbury
The Lone Ranger / John Reid
Lead
Christopher Lloyd
Maj. Bartholomew 'Butch' Cavendish
Matt Clark
Sheriff Wiatt
Juanin Clay
Amy Striker
Jason Robards
President Ulysses S. Grant
John Bennett Perry
Ranger Captain Dan Reid
David Hayward
Ranger Collins
Richard Farnsworth
Wild Bill Hickok
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. William A. Fraker's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Legend of the Lone Ranger is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
