The Origin of the Lone Ranger

The first three episodes of "The Lone Ranger" television series are condensed for this feature film that explores the origins of the legendary masked man. After he and five of his comrades were ambushed by the notorious Cavendish gang, Texas Ranger John Reid (Clayton Moore) is nursed back to health by Tonto (Jay Silverheels). Taking on the guise of the Lone Ranger, he and his Indian friend fight crime in the Old West. With Glenn Strange, Jack Clifford. AKA: "The Lone Ranger: Enter the Lone Ranger," "The Lone Ranger." 64 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English.