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_**Decent ‘second feature’ mid-60’s Western with Dana Andrews and Jane Russell**_
A Federal marshal (Dana Andrews) rides into Stone Junction with a prisoner (Tom Drake) whom the mayor wants lynched (Lyle Bettger), but he discerns that th...
Johnny Reno
1966Movie83 minEnglish
The townsfolk are set on lynching an accused killer held in the town lockup. But US Marshal Johnny Reno stands in their way.
Insights
IMDb6.0/10
Director: R.G. Springsteen•Genres: Western
Plot Summary
A lone gunman, Johnny Reno, rides into a town plagued by a ruthless outlaw gang. He finds himself in a dangerous game of cat and mouse as he attempts to bring justice to the terrified citizens. As he confronts the villains, he uncovers a deeper conspiracy involving corruption and betrayal within the town's leadership.
Critical Reception
Johnny Reno is a standard but competently made Western that benefits from its capable cast and classic genre tropes. While not groundbreaking, it offers solid action and a straightforward narrative that appeals to fans of the era.
What Reviewers Say
- Delivers predictable but satisfying Western action.
- Features a strong performance from Dale Robertson.
- A solid entry in the 1960s Western landscape.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but general sentiment indicates appreciation for its classic Western feel and action sequences.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in Technicolor, a popular color process at the time, contributing to its classic Western visual aesthetic.
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3 reviews
John Chard
The mistake I made was being born.
Johnny Reno is directed by R.G. Springsteen and written by Steve Fisher and Andrew Craddock. It stars Dana Andrews, Jane Russell, Lyle Bettger, Lon Chaney Jr., John Agar and Tom Drake. A Technicolor/Tec...
John Chard
The mistake I made was being born.
Johnny Reno is directed by R.G. Springsteen and written by Steve Fisher and Andrew Craddock. It stars Dana Andrews, Jane Russell, Lyle Bettger, Lon Chaney Jr., John Agar and Tom Drake. A Technicolor/Tec...