Lightnin' Bill Carson
Lightnin' Bill Carson

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Lightnin' Bill Carson

1936
Movie
75 min
English

A lawman captures the notorious "Pecos Kid", who is tried and hanged for his crimes--then starts to have doubts as to whether the Kid actually committed the crimes.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: B. Reeves EasonGenres: Western, Adventure

Plot Summary

A rancher's son, accused of a crime he didn't commit, flees his home and becomes a notorious outlaw. He eventually encounters a young woman who is seeking revenge against the man who wronged her family. Together, they embark on a mission to clear his name and bring the true villain to justice.

Critical Reception

As a B-movie Western from the mid-1930s, "Lightnin' Bill Carson" received modest attention. Contemporary reviews generally praised its action sequences and the performance of its lead, Tim McCoy, who was a popular Western star of the era. Audiences of the time likely appreciated its straightforward narrative and familiar genre tropes. It's considered a solid entry in the Westerns of its period.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its fast-paced action and Tim McCoy's performance.

  • A typical, enjoyable B-Western for its time.

  • Offers standard Western fare with a compelling, if predictable, plot.

Google audience: Audience reception for this film is not readily available through modern aggregated review platforms. However, films of this era starring Tim McCoy typically resonated with fans of the Western genre who appreciated straightforward tales of heroism and justice.

Fun Fact

Tim McCoy, a former U.S. Army Colonel and expert marksman, often performed many of his own stunts in his Western films, adding an authentic flair to his performances.

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