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The Kid from Broken Gun (1952)

"HE'S OUT TO BEAT A MURDER RAP!"

5.019520h 55mEN
WesternCrime

Directed by Fred F. Sears

Rating

5.0/10

Runtime

0h 55m

Language

EN

Release

August 19, 1952

Director

Fred F. Sears

Overview

Charles Starrett makes his final appearance as The Durango Kid, this time as Steve Reynolds, a postal inspector who has gone underground to catch the bad guys. His longtime sidekick, Smiley Burnette appears as an itinerant optometrist who is hardly in the plot line of the film. Jock Mahoney plays Ja...

Cast

Charles Starrett

Charles Starrett

Steve Reynolds / The Durango Kid

Jock Mahoney

Jock Mahoney

Jack Mahoney

Angela Stevens

Angela Stevens

Gail Kingston

Tristram Coffin

Tristram Coffin

Martin Donohugh

Myron Healey

Myron Healey

Kiefer

Helen Mowery

Helen Mowery

Dixie King (archive footage)

Smiley Burnette

Smiley Burnette

Smiley Burnette

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Kid from Broken Gun (1952), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Charles Starrett makes his final appearance as The Durango Kid, this time as Steve Reynolds, a postal inspector who has gone underground to catch the bad guys. His longtime sidekick, Smiley Burnette appears as an itinerant optometrist who is hardly in the plot line of the film. Jock Mahoney plays Jack Mahoney, an eastern educated dude who has come back home. The Durango Kid teaches Jack how to draw and fire a six-gun, and the two ultimately work together to bring the outlaws to justice.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Kid from Broken Gun. 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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