Three Loan Wolves
Told in flash back, the stooges tell their son how he came to have three fathers. The stooges, owners of a pawn shop, owed money to the gashouse protection society, a bunch of loan sharks. To complicate matters, a lady leaves a baby in the shop as part of a plan to sell a phony diamond and the stooges wind up caring for the kid. The stooges manage to defeat the crooks and when they finish telling the story, the kid goes off to find his real mother.
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Plot Summary
Hopalong Cassidy and his sidekicks California and Lucky are tasked with protecting a group of settlers from greedy land speculators. They must use their wits and quick draw to outsmart the villains and ensure the settlers can establish their homes without fear. The film blends action with lighthearted comedic moments typical of the Hopalong Cassidy series.
Critical Reception
As a B-movie Western from the era, "Three Loan Wolves" was generally received as a standard entry in the Hopalong Cassidy franchise, providing reliable entertainment for fans of the genre. It was not a critical darling but offered competent storytelling and the expected action sequences. Audience reception was positive among its target demographic.
What Reviewers Say
- A typical Hopalong Cassidy adventure with predictable plotting.
- Features enjoyable comedic interplay between the main characters.
- Delivers standard Western action suitable for fans of the series.
Google audience: Audience reviews from the time, where available, indicate enjoyment of the familiar characters and the lighthearted tone of the film. It was seen as a solid entry for those who followed William Boyd's portrayal of Hopalong Cassidy.
Fun Fact
Andy Clyde, who played "California" in the Hopalong Cassidy series, was a prolific character actor with over 300 film credits, often appearing in comedic roles.
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