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Forty Guns (1957)

"The Taming of the Arizona Territory!"

6.519571h 20mEN
WesternDrama

Directed by Samuel Fuller

Rating

6.5/10

Runtime

1h 20m

Language

EN

Release

September 10, 1957

Director

Samuel Fuller

Official Trailer

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Overview

An authoritarian rancher rules an Arizona county with her private posse of hired guns. When a new Marshall arrives to set things straight, the cattle queen finds herself falling for the avowedly non-violent lawman. Both have itchy-fingered brothers, a female gunman enters the picture, and things go ...

Cast

Barbara Stanwyck

Barbara Stanwyck

Jessica Drummond

Barry Sullivan

Barry Sullivan

Griff Bonell

Dean Jagger

Dean Jagger

Sheriff Ned Logan

John Ericson

John Ericson

Brockie Drummond

Gene Barry

Gene Barry

Wes Bonell

Robert Dix

Robert Dix

Chico Bonell

Jidge Carroll

Jidge Carroll

Barney Cashman

Paul Dubov

Paul Dubov

Judge Macy

Gerald Milton

Gerald Milton

Shotgun Spanger

Ziva Rodann

Ziva Rodann

Rio

Hank Worden

Hank Worden

Marshal John Chisum

Neyle Morrow

Neyle Morrow

Wiley

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Forty Guns (1957), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

An authoritarian rancher rules an Arizona county with her private posse of hired guns. When a new Marshall arrives to set things straight, the cattle queen finds herself falling for the avowedly non-violent lawman. Both have itchy-fingered brothers, a female gunman enters the picture, and things go desperately wrong.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Forty Guns. 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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