The Ranger and the Lady
While Sam Houston in in the nation's capital trying to get Texas into the Union, his aide is trying to impose a self-serving tax on the use of the Santa Fe trail. The lady owner of a wagon train is using the trail, and a Texas Ranger comes to her assistance.
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Plot Summary
In this lighthearted Western, a former ranger, now a traveling medicine show proprietor, finds himself entangled in a rivalry over land and love. He uses his wits and charm to protect a young woman from a greedy land grabber, leading to a series of comedic and adventurous situations. Ultimately, justice and romance prevail in the Wild West.
Critical Reception
As a B-movie Western from 1940, 'The Ranger and the Lady' received modest attention. It was generally viewed as an entertaining, albeit formulaic, entry in the genre, appreciated for its light tone and performances, particularly from its comedic lead. Critical reception focused on its straightforward storytelling and its appeal to fans of Westerns looking for simple entertainment.
What Reviewers Say
- A charming and lighthearted Western with comedic elements.
- Features a likable performance from its lead actor.
- A standard but enjoyable entry for fans of the Western genre.
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Fun Fact
Slim Summerville, who plays the lead, was a popular comedian known for his distinctive, often lugubrious, delivery and physical comedy, which he brought to many of his roles, including this Western.
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