Come On, Rangers
Come On, Rangers

Come On, Rangers

1938Movie58 minDutch

A Texas Ranger (Roy Rogers) and his pals come out of forced retirement to do what the cavalry cannot.

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Director: Ford Beebe, George B. SeitzGenres: Western, Action, Adventure, Crime, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of Texas Rangers, led by Captain Bob Smith, are tasked with investigating a series of mysterious sabotages targeting a vital railroad line. As they delve deeper, they uncover a sinister plot involving stolen gold, hired guns, and a masked villain known as The Shadow. The Rangers must race against time to expose the culprits and prevent further destruction before the railroad is completely crippled.

Critical Reception

As a 1930s serial, 'Come On, Rangers' was primarily judged by its entertainment value and cliffhanger endings, which were typical for the era. It received generally positive reactions for its action sequences and pacing, common for Buck Jones Westerns.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its thrilling action and suspenseful cliffhangers.
  • Buck Jones's heroic performance was a consistent highlight.
  • A classic example of the Western serial genre of its time.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific serial is not readily available, but films of this era were generally appreciated for their adventure and escapism.

Fun Fact

This film was originally released as a 15-chapter serial, a popular format for action-adventure stories in the 1930s, designed to keep audiences returning to theaters week after week.

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