The Ballad of Andy Crocker
The Ballad of Andy Crocker

The Ballad of Andy Crocker

1969Movie74 minEnglish

Returning Vietnam veteran Andy Crocker arrives in his small hometown to discover his best friend and business partner has mismanaged their business into bankruptcy and his high school sweetheart has married another man. It is evident his small town has little to offer him except the hard-working life of his father, while the broader world has limited opportunities for a man who left school after the third grade.

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IMDb6.8/10
Director: Gene Nelson•Genres: Western, Drama

Plot Summary

A young rodeo rider named Andy Crocker is drawn into a life of crime and violence after being framed for a murder. He goes on the run, encountering various characters and facing moral dilemmas as he tries to clear his name and survive. The story explores themes of justice, redemption, and the harsh realities of the American West.

Critical Reception

As a made-for-television movie, 'The Ballad of Andy Crocker' received a mixed to positive reception. It was noted for its solid performances, particularly from Lee Majors, and its competent handling of Western tropes. While not a groundbreaking film, it was considered a well-executed and entertaining example of its genre for television.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Lee Majors' compelling lead performance.
  • Appreciated for its engaging plot and effective pacing within the Western genre.
  • Seen as a strong television Western effort for its time.

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Fun Fact

Joan Crawford, a legendary Hollywood film star, took a supporting role in this made-for-television movie, marking a significant appearance in a TV production for her.

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***Lee Majors coming home from Vietnam almost ten years before “Coming Home” (the movie)*** Released to TV in 1969, “The Ballad of Andy Crocker” is presumably the first movie to tackle the topic of a Vietnam vet coming home from the war,...