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Springfield Rifle (1952)

"The Gun... The Girl... They Made One Man The Equal Of Five!"

6.319521h 33mEN
WarWestern

Directed by André de Toth

Rating

6.3/10

Runtime

1h 33m

Language

EN

Release

October 22, 1952

Director

André de Toth

Official Trailer

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Overview

Major Lex Kearney, dishonourably discharged from the army for cowardice in battle, volunteers to go undercover to try to prevent raids against shipments of horses desperately needed for the Union war effort. Falling in with the gang of jayhawkers and Confederate soldiers who have been conducting the...

Cast

Gary Cooper

Gary Cooper

Maj. Alex 'Lex' Kearney

Phyllis Thaxter

Phyllis Thaxter

Erin Kearney

David Brian

David Brian

Austin McCool

Paul Kelly

Paul Kelly

Lt. Col John Hudson

Philip Carey

Philip Carey

Capt. Edward Tennick

Lon Chaney Jr.

Lon Chaney Jr.

Pete Elm

James Millican

James Millican

Matthew Quint

Guinn 'Big Boy' Williams

Guinn 'Big Boy' Williams

Sgt. Snow

Alan Hale Jr.

Alan Hale Jr.

Mizzell

Martin Milner

Martin Milner

Pvt. Olie Larsen

Wilton Graff

Wilton Graff

Col. George Sharpe

George Eldredge

George Eldredge

Judge Advocate (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Springfield Rifle (1952), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Major Lex Kearney, dishonourably discharged from the army for cowardice in battle, volunteers to go undercover to try to prevent raids against shipments of horses desperately needed for the Union war effort. Falling in with the gang of jayhawkers and Confederate soldiers who have been conducting the raids, he gradually gains their trust and is put in a position where he can discover who has been giving them secret information revealing the routes of the horse shipments.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Springfield Rifle. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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