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The Border Legion (1940)

"HAIR-TRIGGER ACTION...SPLIT-SECOND SURPRISES!"

4.419400h 58mEN
ActionDramaWestern

Directed by Joseph Kane

Rating

4.4/10

Runtime

0h 58m

Language

EN

Release

December 5, 1940

Director

Joseph Kane

Overview

Wanted by the law in New York, Dr. Steve Kells heads west and arrives in an area controlled by an outlaw gang known as the Border Legion. When the gang's boss is wounded, they kidnap Kells and force him to remove the bullet. Not allowed to leave and being a wanted man, he joins the gang. Now wanted ...

Cast

Roy Rogers

Roy Rogers

Steve Kells

George 'Gabby' Hayes

George 'Gabby' Hayes

Honest John Whittaker

Carol Hughes

Carol Hughes

Alice Randall

Joe Sawyer

Joe Sawyer

Jim Gulden

Maude Eburne

Maude Eburne

Hurricane Hattie McGuire

Jay Novello

Jay Novello

Santos

Hal Taliaferro

Hal Taliaferro

Amos Link

Paul Porcasi

Paul Porcasi

Tony

Robert Emmett Keane

Robert Emmett Keane

Officer Willets

Dick Wessel

Dick Wessel

Oscar "Red" McGooney

Eddie Acuff

Eddie Acuff

Ticket Agent

Chuck Baldra

Chuck Baldra

Townsman

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Border Legion (1940), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Wanted by the law in New York, Dr. Steve Kells heads west and arrives in an area controlled by an outlaw gang known as the Border Legion. When the gang's boss is wounded, they kidnap Kells and force him to remove the bullet. Not allowed to leave and being a wanted man, he joins the gang. Now wanted as a gang member also, he nevertheless plans a raid that will lead the entire gang into a trap.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Border Legion. 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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