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The Fighting Redhead (1949)

"Outlaws Or Settlers... WHO'LL RULE THE WEST?"

5.819490h 54mEN
Western

Directed by Lewis D. Collins

Rating

5.8/10

Runtime

0h 54m

Language

EN

Release

October 5, 1949

Director

Lewis D. Collins

Overview

Red Ryder gets a telegram from his old friend Dan O'Connor asking for help in his fight against Faro Savage and his gang of rustlers. A gun dropped by Faro during a rustling raid makes Red and Sheila O'Connor, Dan's daughter, think they have ample proof against Faro but they are stymied by the law. ...

Cast

Jim Bannon

Jim Bannon

Red Ryder

Don Reynolds

Don Reynolds

Little Beaver (as Don Kay Reynolds)

Marin Sais

Marin Sais

Duchess

Peggy Stewart

Peggy Stewart

Sheila O'Connor

Emmett Lynn

Emmett Lynn

Buckskin

Lane Bradford

Lane Bradford

Henchman Windy

Forrest Taylor

Forrest Taylor

Dan O'Connor

Lee Roberts

Lee Roberts

Henchman Goldie Grant

Bob Duncan

Bob Duncan

Sheriff

Sandy Sanders

Sandy Sanders

Ranch Hand Joe

Bill Hammond

Bill Hammond

Bill Evans (as Billy Hammond)

Spooky Reynolds

Spooky Reynolds

Mary - Joe's Daughter (as 'Spooky' Reynolds)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Fighting Redhead (1949), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Red Ryder gets a telegram from his old friend Dan O'Connor asking for help in his fight against Faro Savage and his gang of rustlers. A gun dropped by Faro during a rustling raid makes Red and Sheila O'Connor, Dan's daughter, think they have ample proof against Faro but they are stymied by the law. Buckskin Blodgett and the Duchess, Red's aunt, find the body of O'Connor who was killed when Faro's men sent the sheriff out on a ruse. Sheila, discovered while rifling Faros office for evidence, escapes but not before she is recognized. Faro kills one of his own henchmen and then frames Sheila for the murder. Red and Little Beaver set out to clear Sheila and to try to find evidence against Faro and his gang. Written by Les Adams

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Fighting Redhead. 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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