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Northern Patrol (1953)

5.519531h 4mEN
Western

Directed by Rex Bailey

Rating

5.5/10

Runtime

1h 4m

Language

EN

Release

July 12, 1953

Director

Rex Bailey

Overview

Northern Patrol was the last entry in Monogram/Allied Artists' off-and-on "Northwest Mountie" series. Taking time off from his Sky King shooting schedule, Kirby Grant stars as mounted policeman Rod Webb, while second billing is bestowed upon Webb's faithful dog Chinook. In this one, Webb tries to pr...

Cast

Kirby Grant

Kirby Grant

Rod Webb

Chinook

Chinook

Chinook

Marian Carr

Marian Carr

Quebec Kid

William Phipps

William Phipps

Frank Stevens

Claudia Drake

Claudia Drake

Oweena

Dale Van Sickel

Dale Van Sickel

Jason

Gloria Talbott

Gloria Talbott

Meg Stevens

Richard Walsh

Richard Walsh

Ralph Gregg

Emmett Lynn

Emmett Lynn

Dad

Frank Lackteen

Frank Lackteen

Dancing Horse

Frank Sully

Frank Sully

Bartender

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Northern Patrol (1953), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Northern Patrol was the last entry in Monogram/Allied Artists' off-and-on "Northwest Mountie" series. Taking time off from his Sky King shooting schedule, Kirby Grant stars as mounted policeman Rod Webb, while second billing is bestowed upon Webb's faithful dog Chinook. In this one, Webb tries to prove that the suicide of a young trapper was actually murder. The film offers a dash of novelty value in having the principal baddie turn out to be a beautiful woman (Marion Carr). Scripted by actor Warren Douglas, Northern Patrol was directed by Rex Bailey, the former assistant to the series' original helmsman, Frank McDonald.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Northern Patrol. 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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