Western Union poster

Western Union (1941)

"A 20th Century-Fox Encore Hit !"

6.019411h 35mEN
Western

Directed by Fritz Lang

Rating

6.0/10

Runtime

1h 35m

Language

EN

Release

February 21, 1941

Director

Fritz Lang

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Overview

When Edward Creighton leads the construction of the Western Union to unite East with West, he hires a Western reformed outlaw and a tenderfoot Eastern surveyor. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation in 2000.

Cast

Robert Young

Robert Young

Richard Blake

Randolph Scott

Randolph Scott

Vance Shaw

Dean Jagger

Dean Jagger

Edward Creighton

Virginia Gilmore

Virginia Gilmore

Sue Creighton

John Carradine

John Carradine

Doc Murdoch

Chill Wills

Chill Wills

Homer Kettle

Slim Summerville

Slim Summerville

Herman, called "Cookie"

Barton MacLane

Barton MacLane

Jack Slade

Russell Hicks

Russell Hicks

Provisional Governor

Victor Kilian

Victor Kilian

Charlie

Minor Watson

Minor Watson

Pat Grogan

George Chandler

George Chandler

Herb

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Western Union (1941), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

When Edward Creighton leads the construction of the Western Union to unite East with West, he hires a Western reformed outlaw and a tenderfoot Eastern surveyor. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation in 2000.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Western Union. 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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