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Law of the Plains (1938)

"BULLETS BEAT A STIRRING TATTOO ON THE WILD WEST RHYTHM TRAIL!"

0.019380h 56mEN
Western

Directed by Sam Nelson

Rating

0.0/10

Runtime

0h 56m

Language

EN

Release

May 12, 1938

Director

Sam Nelson

Overview

Rancher William Norton refuses to sell his cattle for half price, so saloon owner and gang leader Jim Fletcher, contrary to the orders from his secret boss Willard McGowan, the town banker, has his men rob and beat up Norton. Unknown to anyone, Marion, McGowan's adopted daughter is really the daught...

Cast

Charles Starrett

Charles Starrett

Chuck Sanders

Iris Meredith

Iris Meredith

Marion McGowan

Robert Warwick

Robert Warwick

Willard McGowan

Dick Curtis

Dick Curtis

Jim Fletcher

Edward LeSaint

Edward LeSaint

William Norton

Bob Nolan

Bob Nolan

Band Member Bob

Edmund Cobb

Edmund Cobb

Slagle

Art Mix

Art Mix

Grant

Jack Rockwell

Jack Rockwell

Town Marshal

George Chesebro

George Chesebro

Bartender

Jack Long

Jack Long

Bradley

John Tyrrell

John Tyrrell

Henchman

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Law of the Plains (1938), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Rancher William Norton refuses to sell his cattle for half price, so saloon owner and gang leader Jim Fletcher, contrary to the orders from his secret boss Willard McGowan, the town banker, has his men rob and beat up Norton. Unknown to anyone, Marion, McGowan's adopted daughter is really the daughter of Norton, who disappeared as a young baby when she and her mother were passengers on a stagecoach held up by McGowan. Chuck Saunders, Norton's foreman, goes after the gang for robbing his boss and eventually uncovers the truth regarding Marion's heritage.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Law of the Plains. 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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