Trailing Double Trouble
When Moreland's henchman attack Bob Horner the Range Busters break it up. Horner dies but they get the baby Moreland was after. He must have it to become it's guardian and take control of the Horner ranch. When the henchmen catch up with Alibi, they take the baby cradle not realizing Alibi has substituted his dummy Elmer. Crash having evidence Moreland is the one they want, now has a plan to expose him.
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Plot Summary
When cattle rustlers steal a prize bull, rancher Steve Allen and his ranch hands, the Three Mesquiteers, set out to retrieve it. The investigation leads them into a confrontation with a gang known for its illegal activities. Complications arise as the Mesquiteers work to uncover the truth and bring the culprits to justice.
Critical Reception
As a typical B-western of its era, 'Trailing Double Trouble' was produced with a modest budget and focused on delivering straightforward entertainment. Critical reviews were generally sparse, with most contemporary assessments likely highlighting its formulaic plot and performances, common for the genre. It served its purpose as a Saturday matinee feature for Western fans.
What Reviewers Say
- A standard Western with predictable plot elements.
- Features the typical action and humor expected from a Three Mesquiteers film.
- Offers simple entertainment suitable for fans of the genre.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Trailing Double Trouble' is not readily available through aggregated Google reviews. However, films in the 'Three Mesquiteers' series typically appealed to fans of lighthearted Westerns with clear-cut heroes and villains.
Fun Fact
The 'Three Mesquiteers' series was a popular Western franchise that ran for over 70 films between 1936 and 1943, with different actors taking on the lead role over its lifespan.
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