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North West Mounted Police (1940)

"DeMille's first film in Technicolor! 10 Great Stars! 2 Glorious Love Stories! 1,000 Unforgettable Thrills!"

6.419402h 6mEN
ActionWesternAdventureRomance

Directed by Cecil B. DeMille

Rating

6.4/10

Runtime

2h 6m

Language

EN

Release

October 22, 1940

Director

Cecil B. DeMille

Overview

Texas Ranger Dusty Rivers ("Isn't that a contradiction in terms?", another character asks him) travels to Canada in the 1880s in search of Jacques Corbeau, who is wanted for murder. He wanders into the midst of the Riel Rebellion, in which Métis (people of French and Native heritage) and Natives wan...

Cast

Gary Cooper

Gary Cooper

Dusty Rivers

Madeleine Carroll

Madeleine Carroll

April Logan

Paulette Goddard

Paulette Goddard

Louvette Corbeau

Preston Foster

Preston Foster

Sergeant Jim Brett

Robert Preston

Robert Preston

Ronnie Logan

Akim Tamiroff

Akim Tamiroff

Dan Duroc

George Bancroft

George Bancroft

Jacques Corbeau

Lynne Overman

Lynne Overman

Tod McDuff

Walter Hampden

Walter Hampden

Big Bear

Lon Chaney Jr.

Lon Chaney Jr.

Shorty

Montagu Love

Montagu Love

Inspector Cabot

Francis McDonald

Francis McDonald

Louis Riel

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into North West Mounted Police (1940), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Texas Ranger Dusty Rivers ("Isn't that a contradiction in terms?", another character asks him) travels to Canada in the 1880s in search of Jacques Corbeau, who is wanted for murder. He wanders into the midst of the Riel Rebellion, in which Métis (people of French and Native heritage) and Natives want a separate nation. Dusty falls for nurse April Logan, who is also loved by Mountie Jim Brett. April's brother is involved with Courbeau's daughter Louvette, which leads to trouble during the battles between the rebels and the Mounties. Through it all Dusty is determined to bring Corbeau back to Texas (and April, too, if he can manage it.)

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of North West Mounted Police. 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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