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Thunder Over Texas (1934): cast, story & where to watch

1934 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 1934, Thunder Over Texas is a western film directed by Edgar G. Ulmer, running about 61 minutes. “BIG BOY RIDES AGAIN!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A cowboy tries to protect a young woman whose father was murdered because he had railroad maps that showed the location of a proposed new line. Now the killers are after her because they think she has the maps.

Who’s in it. Thunder Over Texas stars Guinn "Big Boy" Williams as Ted Wright, Marion Shilling as Helen Mason, Helen Westcott as Betty 'Tiny' Norton and Philo McCullough as Sheriff Tom Collier, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Thunder Over Texas has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Thunder Over Texas page.

If you liked it. Fans of Thunder Over Texas tend to enjoy The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, Django Unchained, Once Upon a Time in the West and For a Few Dollars More.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Thunder Over Texas (1934)?
In US, Thunder Over Texas is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Thunder Over Texas worth watching?
Thunder Over Texas holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Thunder Over Texas?
Thunder Over Texas stars Guinn "Big Boy" Williams, Marion Shilling, Helen Westcott, Philo McCullough and Victor Potel.
When was Thunder Over Texas released?
Thunder Over Texas was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 61 minutes.