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Trail Riders (1942)

"RIDIN' HERD on BANDITS!"

6.019420h 55mEN
WesternActionCrime

Directed by Robert Emmett Tansey

Rating

6.0/10

Runtime

0h 55m

Language

EN

Release

December 4, 1942

Director

Robert Emmett Tansey

Overview

In the 18th entry of Monogram's 24 "Range Buster" films, the bank of Gila Springs is robbed by Ace Alton and his gang, and Sheriff Frank Hammond, son of Marshal Jim Hammond, is killed. The Marshal sends for the Range Busters, Dusty King, Davy Sharpe and Alibi Terhune, to come and restore order to th...

Cast

John 'Dusty' King

John 'Dusty' King

Dusty King

David Sharpe

David Sharpe

David Sharpe

Max Terhune

Max Terhune

Max 'Alibi' Terhune

Kermit Maynard

Kermit Maynard

Ace Alton

Elmer

Elmer

Elmer

Evelyn Finley

Evelyn Finley

Mary Rand

Forrest Taylor

Forrest Taylor

Mike Rand

Charles King

Charles King

Ed Cole

Lynton Brent

Lynton Brent

Jeff Rand

John Curtis

John Curtis

Tiny

Steve Clark

Steve Clark

Jim Hammond

Kenne Duncan

Kenne Duncan

Frank Hammond

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Trail Riders (1942), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In the 18th entry of Monogram's 24 "Range Buster" films, the bank of Gila Springs is robbed by Ace Alton and his gang, and Sheriff Frank Hammond, son of Marshal Jim Hammond, is killed. The Marshal sends for the Range Busters, Dusty King, Davy Sharpe and Alibi Terhune, to come and restore order to the town. Ed Cole, head of the local vigilantes, and secretly the head of the outlaws, promptly orders the trio out of town. They visit an old friend, Rancher Mike Rand and his daughter Mary. Mary's brother Jeff has unwittingly become a gang member, and carries out Cole's orders by taking a shot at Davy, but the latter makes him a prisoner during a subsequent fight in the town café. Jeff confesses to Cole's involvement, and the Range Busters, with the help of town banker Harrison, set a trap for Cole and his outlaw vigilantes.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Trail Riders. 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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