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Billy the Kid in Texas
In the second of the "Billy the Kid" series from PRC that starred Bob Steele, Billy the Kid is being held on a trumped-up murder charge in a Mexico jail. He escapes and meets his pal, Fuzzy Jones, in Corral City, Texas, which is taking a holiday to allow the cowpunchers of the Lazy A Ranch their periodic spree. In the saloon, Billy is recognized by Dave Hendricks and Flash, two the Lazy A's bed men, as the rider who had held them up after they had robbed the express wagon a few hours earlier. Outside, Billy is ambushed and slightly wounded, and is taken to the express office by Jim Morgan where Mary Barton, the local agent, agrees to tend him until the doctor arrives. Billy turns over the loot he took from the outlaws and he is appointed sheriff, with Fuzzy as his deputy. The Lazy A gang brings in a noted gunfighter, Gil Cooper, who turns out to be Billy's brother. Billy, Gil and Fuzzy eventually rout the outlaw gang, and Gil remains behind with Mary as Billy and Fuzzy ride off.
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Plot Summary
A young ranch hand, who bears a striking resemblance to the infamous outlaw Billy the Kid, is caught up in a dangerous situation when he is mistaken for the notorious gunman. He must navigate a treacherous path between lawmen and criminals, all while trying to prove his innocence and survive the wild west.
Critical Reception
This low-budget Western was produced during a prolific period for the genre, aiming to deliver a familiar tale of outlaws and mistaken identity. It received a modest reception, typical for its class, serving as a straightforward entry in the B-movie Western landscape of the era.
What Reviewers Say
Offers a standard Western plot with action sequences.
Features a familiar tale of mistaken identity in the Old West.
Competent for its budget and time, but not groundbreaking.
Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available for this particular film.
Fun Fact
The film stars Bob Steele, who was known for his physically demanding roles in Westerns and often performed his own stunts.
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