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The Legend of the Lone Ranger (1981)

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.

  • Action
  • Adventure
  • Western

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Klinton SpilsburyKlinton SpilsburyThe Lone Ranger / John Reid
  • Photo of Christopher LloydChristopher LloydMaj. Bartholomew 'Butch' Cavendish
  • Photo of Matt ClarkMatt ClarkSheriff Wiatt
  • Photo of Juanin ClayJuanin ClayAmy Striker
  • Photo of Jason RobardsJason RobardsPresident Ulysses S. Grant
  • Photo of John Bennett PerryJohn Bennett PerryRanger Captain Dan Reid
  • Photo of David HaywardDavid HaywardRanger Collins
  • Photo of Richard FarnsworthRichard FarnsworthWild Bill Hickok
  • Photo of Michael HorseMichael HorseTonto
  • Photo of Marc GilpinMarc GilpinYoung John Reid

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