Hot Lead & Cold Feet
Hot Lead & Cold Feet

Hot Lead & Cold Feet

1978Movie90 minEnglish

Twin brothers -- one rough and tough, the other a city-bred milquetoast -- compete for their father's fortune.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Robert F. SpurgeonGenres: Western, Comedy

Plot Summary

A greedy young rancher attempts to drive his unsuspecting uncle off his valuable land in the Old West. The uncle, a shrewd and surprisingly spry old man, thwarts his nephew's schemes with the help of loyal ranch hands and a bit of his own wit. The ensuing rivalry is filled with slapstick humor and classic Western tropes.

Critical Reception

Hot Lead & Cold Feet was a made-for-television film that garnered a mixed to positive reception, largely appreciated for its lighthearted comedic tone and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Don Knotts. It was seen as a family-friendly Western comedy that delivered on its simple premise.

What Reviewers Say

  • Don Knotts shines in his role, bringing his signature comedic timing to the Western genre.
  • The film offers a lighthearted and humorous take on a familiar Western plot.
  • While predictable, it serves as enjoyable family entertainment.

Google audience: Audience reception information for this made-for-television film is not readily available.

Fun Fact

This film marked one of the few times Don Knotts starred in a Western-themed production.

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r96sk

r96sk

Enjoyable. <em>'Hot Lead & Cold Feet'</em> is good fun. The premise is bonkers but in a positive way, while the humour is much improved on what Disney usually produce in these sorta films. I actually liked every bit of the story, even if...