The Restless Breed
The Restless Breed

The Restless Breed

1957Movie86 minEnglish

Texas-border gunrunners kill a federal agent, whose son comes looking for revenge.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Allan DwanGenres: Western, Drama

Plot Summary

In this Western, a young man named Jeff struggles with the legacy of his outlaw father. He seeks to escape his past and prove himself through honest work, but is constantly drawn back into the violent world he's trying to leave behind. His path is complicated by his mother's disapproval and the pervasive influence of the rugged frontier.

Critical Reception

The Restless Breed received a generally lukewarm reception from critics upon its release, with many finding it to be a standard, albeit competently made, Western. Audience reactions were mixed, with some appreciating its portrayal of frontier life and family conflict, while others found it predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Competently directed by Allan Dwan, a veteran of the Western genre.
  • The film offers a familiar but occasionally engaging look at the complexities of family and reputation in the Old West.
  • Some viewers found the pacing a bit slow and the narrative arc too predictable.

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Fun Fact

This film was one of Allan Dwan's later works, and he was known for his prolific career, having directed over 150 films across various genres.

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John Chard

John Chard

Revenge is for the weak, the cruel and the thoughtless. The Restless Breed is directed by Allan Dwan and written by Steve Fisher. It stars Scott Brady, Anne Bancroft, Jay C. Flippen, Rhys Williams, Leo Gordon and Jim Davis. Music is by E...