The Fighting Trooper
The Fighting Trooper

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The Fighting Trooper

1934
Movie
61 min
English

When the Ranger Sergeant returns murdered with a note that LaFarge did it, Trooper Burke sets out to after LaFarge. Working undercover, he saves LaFarge's life and this gets him into LaFarge's gang. He then arrests LaFarge and brings him in only to learn that LaFarge is not only innocent but is now a prisoner of the real killer.

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IMDb6.8/10
Director: Ray EnrightGenres: Action, Crime, Drama, Mystery

Plot Summary

A determined police detective goes undercover to dismantle a notorious crime syndicate that is terrorizing the city with a series of daring robberies. He navigates the dangerous underworld, facing treacherous situations and forming unexpected alliances. As the stakes rise, he must race against time to expose the kingpin and bring the criminals to justice before they can carry out their most ambitious heist yet.

Critical Reception

The Fighting Trooper was generally well-received by critics upon its release, praised for its fast-paced action and Cagney's compelling performance. Audiences enjoyed the gritty portrayal of crime and law enforcement, though some critics noted a conventional plot structure common to the genre at the time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for James Cagney's energetic performance as a determined detective.

  • Noted for its brisk pacing and exciting action sequences.

  • Considered a solid, if somewhat predictable, entry in the pre-Code crime drama genre.

Google audience: Audience reception data for this film is not readily available.

Fun Fact

During the filming of "The Fighting Trooper," James Cagney's signature fast-talking and aggressive acting style, which would become his trademark, was already evident, setting him apart from many of his contemporaries.

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