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Westward Ho (1935)

"ROMANCE RIDES THE PLAINS!"

5.319351h 1mEN
HistoryWestern

Directed by Robert N. Bradbury

Rating

5.3/10

Runtime

1h 1m

Language

EN

Release

August 19, 1935

Director

Robert N. Bradbury

Overview

Ballard's trail jumpers attack the Wyatt Company wagon train, killing young John's parents and kidnaping his brother, Jim. In post-Civil War California, John Wyatt, now a man, pulls together a vigilante posse, The Singing Riders, who all ride white horses, dress alike, and ride the trails singing an...

Cast

John Wayne

John Wayne

John Wyatt

Sheila Bromley

Sheila Bromley

Mary Gordon

Frank McGlynn Jr.

Frank McGlynn Jr.

Jim Wyatt

Jim Farley

Jim Farley

Lafe Gordon

Bradley Metcalfe

Bradley Metcalfe

John Wyatt as a Child

Dickie Jones

Dickie Jones

Jim Wyatt as a Child

Mary MacLaren

Mary MacLaren

Ma Wyatt

Hank Bell

Hank Bell

Mark Wyatt

Glenn Strange

Glenn Strange

Carter

Earl Dwire

Earl Dwire

Townsman (uncredited)

Jack Ingram

Jack Ingram

Vigilante (uncredited)

Jack Kirk

Jack Kirk

Singing Rider (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Westward Ho (1935), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Ballard's trail jumpers attack the Wyatt Company wagon train, killing young John's parents and kidnaping his brother, Jim. In post-Civil War California, John Wyatt, now a man, pulls together a vigilante posse, The Singing Riders, who all ride white horses, dress alike, and ride the trails singing and rounding up outlaw gangs. Meanwhile, John is ever on the lookout for the gang that murdered his parents As a youngster John Wyatt saw his parents killed and his brother kidnapped. On a wagon train heading West he meets his brother who is now a spy for the gang which originally did the dirty work. He and his brother both fall for Mary Gordon When Ballard and his men attack the Wyatt wagon train, they kill all except two young brothers. Twelve years later one brother John has organized a vigilante group. The other brother Jim is now part of Ballard's gang and the two are destined to meet again

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Westward Ho. 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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