Durand of the Bad Lands (1917 film)

Durand of the Bad Lands is a 1917 American silent Western film directed by Richard Stanton and starring Dustin Farnum. The film was produced by Fox Film Corporation.

While the plot details are somewhat scarce due to the film's age and likely lost status, Durand of the Bad Lands presumably depicts a Western narrative, centered around a character named Durand. Silent era Westerns often featured themes of frontier justice, conflict with Native Americans (though sensitivity towards these portrayals has evolved significantly since 1917), and the challenges of survival in harsh environments. Dustin Farnum was a popular leading man in Westerns during this period, known for his portrayals of rugged and honorable characters.

The film's current status is uncertain, but it is highly probable that it is lost, as many silent films did not survive due to nitrate film degradation and a lack of preservation efforts during the early years of cinema. Filmographies and historical records often provide the main source of information about such films.