This is an original 1952 Republic Pictures re-release movie still from My Pal Trigger, the classic Roy Rogers western originally released in 1946. Produced by Republic Pictures and directed by Frank McDonald, the film stars Roy Rogers, Dale Evans, George "Gabby" Hayes, and Trigger, "The Smartest Horse in the Movies." This original publicity still was issued to promote the film's 1952 theatrical revival and features nearly the entire principal cast gathered around Roy Rogers and Trigger.
The photograph shows Roy Rogers standing beside Trigger while Dale Evans, George "Gabby" Hayes, and members of The Sons of the Pioneers gather around them. The large group portrait showcases the film's principal performers together with Roy's famous horse, making this one of the most impressive promotional images from My Pal Trigger.
The photograph bears the original production number printed in white within the lower right image area. The lower border includes Republic Pictures' printed caption and the R52-62 Republic Pictures 1952 re-release series designation, identifying My Pal Trigger as one of the studio's 1952 theatrical revivals. The reverse is clean with no visible writing or stamps.
Original Republic Pictures stills bringing together Roy Rogers, Trigger, Dale Evans, George "Gabby" Hayes, and the Sons of the Pioneers are among the most desirable images from the studio's western productions. Group cast photographs of this caliber were issued in comparatively limited numbers and remain favorites with collectors because they capture virtually all of the film's best-known stars in a single promotional image.
Excellent vintage condition. The photograph retains excellent image clarity with sharp detail and strong contrast. Minor rolling from long-term storage is present and should relax with proper archival storage. Light handling wear consistent with age may be present. The reverse is clean.
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Title: My Pal Trigger
Original Release Year: 1946
Re-Release Year: 1952
Studio: Republic Pictures
Director: Frank McDonald
Type: Original 1952 Republic Pictures Re-Release Movie Still
Size: 8 x 10 inches
Production Number: (White production number printed in image—verify from original photo.)
Republic Re-Release Series Designation: R52-62
Black & White or Color: Black & White
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Every photograph is shipped with collectors in mind:
Roy Rogers, Trigger, Dale Evans, George Gabby Hayes, Sons of the Pioneers, Bob Nolan, My Pal Trigger, Republic Pictures, western movie still, cowboy memorabilia, original movie still, Republic western, Trigger horse, 1952 re-release, vintage western
Among the 1952 Republic Pictures re-release stills for My Pal Trigger, group cast photographs featuring Roy Rogers, Trigger, Dale Evans, George "Gabby" Hayes, and members of the Sons of the Pioneers are among the most desirable. Collectors especially value images that bring together the film's principal stars and Roy's famous horse in a single composition, making this an outstanding display piece for fans of classic western films and Republic Pictures memorabilia.
Condition Grade: EX (Excellent)
Display Appeal: ★★★★★
Collector Score: 50/50