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Riders of the Dawn (1945)

"He's a Fightin' Troubador!"

0.019450h 58mEN
Western

Directed by Oliver Drake

Rating

0.0/10

Runtime

0h 58m

Language

EN

Release

November 3, 1945

Director

Oliver Drake

Overview

Jimmy Wakely and Dusty, traveling with the medicine show owned by "Lasses" White, stop at the Ferguson ranch and find the rancher and his wife killed. They take the Ferguson baby to their camp, where outlaws Joe, Slick and Pete attempt to kidnap the baby, while Dusty is reporting the murders to Sher...

Cast

Jimmy Wakely

Jimmy Wakely

Jimmy Wakely

Lee 'Lasses' White

Lee 'Lasses' White

Lasses White

John James

John James

Dusty Smith

Sarah Padden

Sarah Padden

Melinda Pringle

Horace Murphy

Horace Murphy

Sheriff Beasley

Phyllis Adair

Phyllis Adair

Penny Pringle

Jack Baxley

Jack Baxley

Doc Judd Thomas

Arthur 'Fiddlin' Smith

Arthur 'Fiddlin' Smith

Arthur Smith - Fiddle Player

Wesley Tuttle

Wesley Tuttle

Westley Tuttle - Band Leader

Fred Aldrich

Fred Aldrich

Townsman (uncredited)

Bob Shelton

Bob Shelton

Bob Shelton - Comic Fiddler

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Riders of the Dawn (1945), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Jimmy Wakely and Dusty, traveling with the medicine show owned by "Lasses" White, stop at the Ferguson ranch and find the rancher and his wife killed. They take the Ferguson baby to their camp, where outlaws Joe, Slick and Pete attempt to kidnap the baby, while Dusty is reporting the murders to Sheriff Beasley and town mayor Melinda Pringle. Wakely and his singers hide the baby from its legal guardian, Doc Judd Thomas, as they suspect him of being connected with the Ferguson murders.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Riders of the Dawn. 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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