The Legend of the Lone Ranger
movie

The untold story of the man behind the mask, and the legend behind the man.
Released August 06, 1981
Overview
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.
Cast

Klinton Spilsbury
as
The Lone Ranger / John Reid

Christopher Lloyd
as
Maj. Bartholomew 'Butch' Cavendish

Matt Clark
as
Sheriff Wiatt

Juanin Clay
as
Amy Striker

Jason Robards
as
President Ulysses S. Grant

John Bennett Perry
as
Ranger Captain Dan Reid

David Hayward
as
Ranger Collins

Richard Farnsworth
as
Wild Bill Hickok

Michael Horse
as
Tonto

Marc Gilpin
as
Young John Reid

John Hart
as
Lucas Striker

Lincoln Tate
as
Gen. George A. Custer
Crew

William A. Fraker
as
Director

Ivan Goff
as
Screenplay
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Ben Roberts
as
Screenplay
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Michael Kane
as
Screenplay
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William Roberts
as
Screenplay
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George W. Trendle
as
Characters
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Fran Striker
as
Characters
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Gerald B. Derloshon
as
Adaptation
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Walter Coblenz
as
Producer
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Dick Gallegly
as
Associate Producer

Lew Grade
as
Producer
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Martin Starger
as
Executive Producer