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Evil Roy Slade (1972)

6.219721h 37mEN
TV MovieWesternComedy

Directed by Jerry Paris

Rating

6.2/10

Runtime

1h 37m

Language

EN

Release

February 18, 1972

Director

Jerry Paris

Overview

Orphaned and left in the desert as an infant, Evil Roy Slade grew up alone—save for his teddy bear—and mean. As an adult, he is notorious for being the "meanest villain in the West"—so he's thrown for quite a loop when he falls for sweet schoolteacher Betsy Potter. There's also Nelson L. Stool, a ra...

Cast

John Astin

John Astin

Evil Roy Slade

Mickey Rooney

Mickey Rooney

Nelson L. Stool

Dick Shawn

Dick Shawn

Marshal Bing Bell

Henry Gibson

Henry Gibson

Clifford

Dom DeLuise

Dom DeLuise

Logan Delp

Edie Adams

Edie Adams

Flossie

Pamela Austin

Pamela Austin

Betsy Potter

Milton Berle

Milton Berle

Harry Fern

Arthur Batanides

Arthur Batanides

Lee

Larry Hankin

Larry Hankin

Snake

Robert Liberman

Robert Liberman

Preacher

Ed Cambridge

Ed Cambridge

Smith

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Evil Roy Slade (1972), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Orphaned and left in the desert as an infant, Evil Roy Slade grew up alone—save for his teddy bear—and mean. As an adult, he is notorious for being the "meanest villain in the West"—so he's thrown for quite a loop when he falls for sweet schoolteacher Betsy Potter. There's also Nelson L. Stool, a railroad tycoon, who, along with his dimwitted nephew Clifford (Henry Gibson), is trying to get revenge on Evil Roy Slade for robbing him.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Evil Roy Slade. 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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