The Rangers' Round-Up
The Rangers' Round-Up

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The Rangers' Round-Up

1938
Movie
55 min
English

Working undercover, the Rangers are after Bull and his gang. Ted successfully joins Dr. Aikmans traveling medicine show, but Jim's identity has been exposed and he is in danger.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Sam NewfieldGenres: Western, Action, Adventure

Plot Summary

A group of Texas Rangers is tasked with tracking down a notorious outlaw gang that has been terrorizing the local populace. Led by the determined Captain "Rocky" Jones, the rangers face treacherous terrain, deadly shootouts, and cunning adversaries as they strive to bring justice to the frontier. The mission is further complicated by an undercover agent trying to infiltrate the gang.

Critical Reception

As a B-Western from the Golden Age of Hollywood, "The Rangers' Round-Up" was a typical product of its time, offering straightforward Western action and adventure. It was generally received as an adequate entry in the genre, catering to audiences looking for uncomplicated thrills and heroic lawmen.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its brisk pacing and classic Western tropes.

  • Noted for its straightforward, action-packed narrative.

  • Considered a solid, albeit unremarkable, example of 1930s Western cinema.

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Fun Fact

Director Sam Newfield was known for his prolific output in the Western genre, often working on tight schedules and budgets for various studios.

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