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Harlem on the Prairie

Play trailer Poster for Harlem on the Prairie Released Dec 9, 1937 57m Western Comedy Play Trailer Watchlist
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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.

Critics Reviews

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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 Full Review TIME Staff TIME Magazine Best parts of the picture are the tunes, Harlem on the Prairie and Romance in the Rain. Oct 2, 2019 Full Review 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 Full Review John Kinloch California Eagle Jeffries cuts a gallant figure... He is also gifted with a fine voice. Dec 9, 2020 Full Review 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 Full Review 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 Full Review Read all reviews

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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 Full Review Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Sam Newfield

Director

Herb Jeffries

Jeff Kinkaid

F.E. Miller

Crawfish

Mantan Moreland

Mistletoe

Consuelo Harris

Carolina Clayburn

Maceo B. Sheffield

Wolf Cain

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Harlem on the Prairie

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Movie Info

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