This is a brief overview of the 1964 film “Bullet for a Badman.” This western drama film features former Texas Rangers Sam Ward and Logan Keliher as foes, with Sam resorting to bank robbery and Logan marrying Sam’s ex-wife. This simple text will share more about the filming locations, actors’ roles, and some interesting backstage facts about the movie.
Where it Filmed?
The movie “Bullet for a Badman” was shot in several locations. It was mainly filmed in the scenic landscapes of Utah, USA, covering areas such as Snow Canyon, Virgin River of the Zion National Park, and St. George. In addition, some parts of the film were shot in Universal Studios located at 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, California, USA, with Denver Street Backlot also contributing to the film scenes.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Audie Murphy | Logan Keliher |
| Darren McGavin | Sam Ward |
| Ruta Lee | Lottie |
| Beverley Owen | Susan |
| Skip Homeier | Pink |
| George Tobias | Diggs |
| Berkeley Harris | Jeff |
| Kevin Tate | Sammy |
| Cece Whitney | Goldie |
| Mort Mills | Ira Snow |
| Ray Teal | Sweeper |
| Wag Blesing | Deputy (uncredited) |
| Buff Brady | Regas (uncredited) |
| George DeNormand | Banker (uncredited) |
| Frank Ellis | Card Player (uncredited) |
| Bob Folkerson | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Charles Horvath | Apache (uncredited) |
| Jonathan Kidd | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Jack Lilley | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Charles Morton | Bartender (uncredited) |
| Bob Steele | Sheriff (uncredited) |
| Arthur Tovey | Teller (uncredited) |
| Aline Towne | Saloon Girl (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- While shooting for this movie, Alan Hale Jr. received his casting call for Gilligan’s Island (1964). He had to depart from Zion National Park in Zion’s Canyon, Utah, traveling by horseback to the highway, and then hitchhiking to Las Vegas to attend the interview.
- An error was noticed around the 56-57 minute mark after the fight between Logan Keliher (Murphy) and Sam Ward (McGavin). When Ward escapes by doing a running-mount of a horse, a “special” left-side stirrup can be seen as the stunt double drives away.
- The movie was also featured in the year 2020.
- The film revolves around a situation where Logan has to either kill Sam or be killed. Seida, a character in the movie urges Logan not to take any chances but insists, “if it has it be you or him – if it comes to that – I want you to come back.”
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Snow Canyon, Utah, USA
- Latitude: 41.0771661
- Longitude: -111.9077178
- Place ID: ChIJdZ1VfqoBU4cRPBwRRSrP16I
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Snow Canyon, Layton, UT 84040, USA
- Timezone: America/Denver
- Location Name: Virgin River, Zion National Park, Utah, USA
- Latitude: 37.2982022
- Longitude: -113.0263005
- Place ID: ChIJ2fhEiNDqyoAR9VY2qhU6Lnw
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Zion National Park, Utah, USA
- Timezone: America/Denver
- Location Name: Universal Studios – 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1370713
- Longitude: -118.3533061
- Place ID: ChIJzzgyJU–woARcZqceSdQ3dM
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Denver Street, Backlot, Universal Studios – 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.136193
- Longitude: -118.3552237
- Place ID: ChIJmTkOrU6-woARV2J_WYKAnps
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
