Troubled boyfriend of Ann Carter, initially arrested by Red before reforming.
Jim Owens is a young rancher whose murder is used to frame Sunset Carson. He is Molly's brother, and the dispute over the Owens ranch continues after his death, with Molly fighting to keep the property from being taken over.
A dependable cowboy associate involved in ranch defense and conflicts over land and water rights.
An Eastern youth wrongly blamed for violence who becomes involved in Red Ryder's effort to uncover the truth.
Local resident or ranch associate involved in minor disputes.
Frontier traveler involved in wagon train conflicts and stagecoach security missions.
Shorty's cousin, who is away at Agricultural College while Shorty acts as foreman of his struggling ranch. On returning, Rusty expects investor Sam Clemens to help save the ranch's cattle and mining enterprises, but Shorty's and the group's ambitions complicate his plans.
Husband unaware of wife's past scandal.
Jay Kirby has 17 screen credits in a career dating back to 1942. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Hopalong Cassidy Collection with 6 titles. Signature works include Sundown Riders, Colt Comrades, Border Patrol. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 2 universes
