The Terror of Tiny Town
The Terror of Tiny Town

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The Terror of Tiny Town

1938
Movie
62 min
English

In a wild west community populated entirely by residents with dwarfism, the Larson and Preston familes have been in a generations-long feud, recently strained by the actions of cattle rustler and overall devious criminal Bat Haines. Buck Larson, the hero of our tale, takes on Haines, and tries to win the heart of Nancy Preston while resolving the tensions between his and her families.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: George MerrickGenres: Comedy, Western, Musical

Plot Summary

In the quirky Wild West town of "Tiny Town," where all the inhabitants are little people, a young cowboy named "Hoot Gibson" arrives seeking adventure. He quickly falls for the beautiful Mary, who is the daughter of the town's mayor. However, their budding romance is threatened by the arrival of the villainous "Blackie," a notorious outlaw who also has his sights set on Mary and seeks to control Tiny Town.

Critical Reception

The Terror of Tiny Town is a bizarre and unique film, often cited for its novelty in featuring an all-midget cast in a Western musical setting. While not a critical darling, it's remembered for its ambitious concept and the performances of its diminutive actors.

What Reviewers Say

  • A curious and campy musical Western with a unique premise.

  • Notable for its all-midget cast and unusual genre blend.

  • Despite its novelty, the plot and performances can be considered simplistic by modern standards.

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Fun Fact

The film is notable for being the first all-midget Western musical, a concept that was highly unusual for its time and remains a talking point for film historians.

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