Chip of the Flying U poster

Chip of the Flying U (1939)

"LIKE A BOMBSHELL OF FURY....they smash the munitions smugglers!"

0.019390h 55mEN
WesternRomance

Directed by Ralph Staub

Rating

0.0/10

Runtime

0h 55m

Language

EN

Release

November 29, 1939

Director

Ralph Staub

Overview

Chip of the Flying U was Johnny Mack Brown's first western entry for 1940. Brown essays the title role of Chip Bennett, foreman of the Flying U ranch. Before the second reel has tumbled over the spools, Chip finds himself falsely accused of robbery and murder. The actual miscreants are in the employ...

Cast

Johnny Mack Brown

Johnny Mack Brown

'Chip' Bennett

Bob Baker

Bob Baker

'Dusty'

Fuzzy Knight

Fuzzy Knight

'Weary'

Doris Weston

Doris Weston

Margaret Whitmore

Forrest Taylor

Forrest Taylor

J.G. Whitmore

Anthony Warde

Anthony Warde

Ed Duncan

Karl Hackett

Karl Hackett

Hennessy

Henry Hall

Henry Hall

Banker Wilson

Claire Whitney

Claire Whitney

Miss Robinson

Ferris Taylor

Ferris Taylor

Sheriff

Cecil Kellogg

Cecil Kellogg

Red

George Anderson

George Anderson

Foreign Agent

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Chip of the Flying U (1939), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Chip of the Flying U was Johnny Mack Brown's first western entry for 1940. Brown essays the title role of Chip Bennett, foreman of the Flying U ranch. Before the second reel has tumbled over the spools, Chip finds himself falsely accused of robbery and murder. The actual miscreants are in the employ of a band of foreign gunrunners, who speak in heavily Teutonic accents. Rest assured that Chip makes short work of these bush-league Storm Troopers before the sun sets in the West. Musical interludes are provided by a group calling themselves the Texas Rangers, even though they actually hailed from Kansas City.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Chip of the Flying U. 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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