Harlem on the Prairie

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Harlem on the Prairie

Released Dec 9, 1937

57m

Western

Comedy

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A wandering cowboy (Herbert Jeffries) helps the daughter (Connie Harris) of a former outlaw find the gold her father stole 20 years earlier and return it to its owners.

Irene Thirer

New York Daily News

There's a singing cowboy hero, a charming heroine, a melodious quartet, two amusing comedians, but best of all I liked the villain. I guess because he reminded me of Akim Tamiroff. If you like Westerns, this one will be an innovation.

Dec 9, 2020

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TIME Staff

TIME Magazine

Best parts of the picture are the tunes, Harlem on the Prairie and Romance in the Rain.

Oct 2, 2019

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Abel Green

Variety

The title song and "Romance in the Rain" are the outstanders, in which Herb Jeffries, the singing cowboy hero, distinguishes himself vocally as well as manfully.

Oct 2, 2019

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John Kinloch

California Eagle

Jeffries cuts a gallant figure... He is also gifted with a fine voice.

Dec 9, 2020

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William E. Clark

New York Age

The photography and settings are above the average and the team of Miller and Mantan get the honors for acting.

Dec 9, 2020

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Gus McCarthy

Motion Picture Herald (Exhibitors Herald)

In it are combined the necessary elements of melodrama, romance, comedy, suspense, action and surprise. Well photographed scenic backgrounds are an asset and... solo, chorus and instrumental music add to the entertainment.

Dec 9, 2020

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huck d

While this is not a polished masterpiece from this extraordinary period in movie making (here, circa 1937), I still love this movie. Classic American values that somehow have disappeared in the 21st century: honor, righteousness, family, and heroism, all framed in the iconic cowboy, outlaw, lost gold, beautiful woman tale which couldn't be more fun. That is, until this ensemble from Harlem begins to sing, which couldn't have been more unexpected, and more enjoyable. A great treat from a bygone day.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Synopsis

A wandering cowboy (Herbert Jeffries) helps the daughter (Connie Harris) of a former outlaw find the gold her father stole 20 years earlier and return it to its owners.

Director: Sam Newfield
Producer: Jed Buell
Screenwriter: Fred Myton
Production Co: Associated Features
Genre: Western, Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Dec 9, 1937, Original
Runtime: 57m