Man from Oklahoma
Man from Oklahoma

Man from Oklahoma

1945Movie68 minEnglish

The feuding Lanes and Whittakers are brought together with the help of Roy Rogers, when a business tycoon tries to play one family against the other.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: R.G. SpringsteenGenres: Western, Musical

Plot Summary

A rancher, Rex, discovers that his late father's ranch is being systematically undermined by a land grab scheme orchestrated by the unscrupulous banker, Silas. Rex, with the help of his loyal ranch hands and the musical talents of The Sons of the Pioneers, must rally to protect his inheritance and the livelihoods of his neighbors. He faces off against Silas's hired thugs in a series of classic Western showdowns, ultimately aiming to expose the corruption and save the town.

Critical Reception

As a B-Western of its era, 'Man from Oklahoma' was generally received as a standard, enjoyable entry in the genre. It provided audiences with the expected elements of action, music, and a clear-cut good versus evil narrative. While not critically groundbreaking, it fulfilled its purpose as straightforward entertainment for fans of Westerns and musical numbers.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers familiar Western tropes with lively musical interludes.
  • Rex Allen delivers a solid performance as the heroic rancher.
  • The Sons of the Pioneers provide enjoyable musical accompaniment.

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Fun Fact

The film features the popular singing group The Sons of the Pioneers, who were instrumental in defining the sound of Western music and appeared in many films of the era.

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