Cattle King
Cattle King

Cattle King

1963Movie88 minEnglish

A rich landowner of Wyoming fights to prevent the Texas herds from trampling his rich meadows.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Leslie NormanGenres: Western, Drama

Plot Summary

A wealthy Australian cattle rancher, Dan Matthews, clashes with a ruthless land baron, Minister of Lands, who covets his vast property. As the conflict escalates, Matthews must fight to protect his land and livelihood from the corrupt politician and his enforcers, leading to a dramatic showdown in the harsh Australian outback.

Critical Reception

Cattle King was met with a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its epic scope and Robert Mitchum's commanding performance, though some found its pacing occasionally uneven. It was a significant box office success in Australia.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stunning Australian landscape cinematography.
  • Robert Mitchum delivers a powerful and charismatic lead performance.
  • The film's narrative struggles with pacing in its middle section.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Australia and was one of the first major international productions to be filmed there, significantly boosting tourism and showcasing the country's landscapes.

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John Chard

John Chard

It's a fence off and Prez Chet has to get involved! Guns of Wyoming (AKA: Cattle King) is directed by Tay Garnett and written by Thomas Thompson. It stars Robert Taylor, Robert Loggia, Joan Caulfield, Robert Middleton, Larry Gates and Wi...