Support Your Local Gunfighter
Support Your Local Gunfighter

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Support Your Local Gunfighter

1971
Movie
91 min
English

A con artist arrives in a mining town controlled by two competing companies. Both companies think he's a famous gunfighter and try to hire him to drive the other out of town.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Burt KennedyGenres: Western, Comedy

Plot Summary

A drifter named Larry "Doc" Digby arrives in the lawless town of Purgatory, aiming to swindle the locals out of their gold mine. He poses as a famous gunfighter, 'The Butcher of Boulder,' to gain their respect and fear. However, his elaborate charade is complicated by the town's mayor, who wants him to get rid of a rival mining company, and the arrival of his estranged wife, Julia.

Critical Reception

Support Your Local Gunfighter was generally well-received by critics and audiences as a lighthearted and entertaining Western comedy. It was praised for its witty script, charming performances, and effective blend of humor and traditional Western elements, making it a popular follow-up to its predecessor, 'Support Your Local Sheriff!'

What Reviewers Say

  • A fun and lighthearted comedy Western that relies on charm and wit.

  • James Garner's performance as the reluctant 'gunfighter' is a highlight.

  • The film successfully mixes Western tropes with comedic situations.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's humor and James Garner's likable persona, appreciating it as a pleasant and amusing Western.

Fun Fact

Although a sequel in spirit and featuring much of the same creative team and cast, 'Support Your Local Gunfighter' is not a direct continuation of the story from 'Support Your Local Sheriff!' and features a new plot.

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