Noose for a Gunman
Noose for a Gunman

Noose for a Gunman

1960Movie69 minEnglish

Case Britton, gunslinger and wanted man, comes to town to meet his bride-to-be, stop a stagecoach robbery, and get even with the man who killed his brother.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Earl BellamyGenres: Western, Action

Plot Summary

Marshal Steve Williams is tasked with bringing a notorious outlaw, 'Kid' Charlie, to justice. However, Williams soon discovers that Charlie is being framed for a murder he didn't commit. The real killer is a corrupt town official who wants Charlie out of the way to seize control of a valuable mine. Williams must race against time to uncover the truth and prevent Charlie from being wrongly executed.

Critical Reception

Noose for a Gunman is a straightforward, B-movie Western that offers a competent, if unremarkable, viewing experience. It adheres to genre conventions with a familiar plot of mistaken identity and corruption in the Old West. While not a critical darling, it was considered a decent time-filler for fans of the Western genre during its release.

What Reviewers Say

  • A serviceable, by-the-numbers Western with a predictable plot.
  • Features competent direction and a standard Western narrative.
  • Offers a familiar tale of justice and corruption in the Old West.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, but general sentiment suggests it is a typical, albeit somewhat dated, Western that appeals to genre enthusiasts.

Fun Fact

Despite being a low-budget B-movie, the film features a notable cast of character actors familiar to Western fans, including Harry Lauter who appeared in over 200 films and television shows.

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