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Challenge of the Range (1949)

"Roughing up phantom rustlers!"

5.019490h 54mEN
Western

Directed by Ray Nazarro

Rating

5.0/10

Runtime

0h 54m

Language

EN

Release

April 2, 1949

Director

Ray Nazarro

Overview

Charles Starrett once more dons the mask of mysterious do-gooder "The Durango Kid" in Columbia's Challenge of the Range. Wandering cowboy Steve Roper (Starrett) is hired by the Farmers Association to stem the activities of a group of gunmen who are driving ranchers off their land. The most likely su...

Cast

Charles Starrett

Charles Starrett

Steve Roper / The Durango Kid

Paula Raymond

Paula Raymond

Judy Barton

Billy Halop

Billy Halop

Reb Matson

Steve Darrell

Steve Darrell

Cal Matson

Smiley Burnette

Smiley Burnette

Smiley Burnette

Henry Hall

Henry Hall

Jim Barton

Robert Filmer

Robert Filmer

Grat Largo

George Chesebro

George Chesebro

Lon Collins (uncredited)

John Cason

John Cason

Henchman Henley (uncredited)

Edmund Cobb

Edmund Cobb

Henchman (archive footage) (uncredited)

Ray Bennett

Ray Bennett

Henchman (archive footage) (uncredited)

Freddie Daniel

Freddie Daniel

Fiddle Player (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Challenge of the Range (1949), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Charles Starrett once more dons the mask of mysterious do-gooder "The Durango Kid" in Columbia's Challenge of the Range. Wandering cowboy Steve Roper (Starrett) is hired by the Farmers Association to stem the activities of a group of gunmen who are driving ranchers off their land. The most likely suspect turns out to be innocent: the real culprits are within the Association itself. With the help of the chief suspect's son, Roper brings the crooks to justice.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Challenge of the Range. 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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