Down the Wyoming Trail
Down the Wyoming Trail

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Down the Wyoming Trail

1939
Movie
56 min
English

Tex arrives on the Parker ranch on Christman eve and is given the job of being Santa Claus. Also dressed as Santa Claus, Blackie robs Parker and kills a man. When Tex is arrested for the murder, he escapes and joins up with outlaw Becker and his gang. He finds Blackie's Santa Claus suit but is soon made a prisoner.

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IMDb5.6/10
Director: W. Lee WilderGenres: Western

Plot Summary

A rancher, falsely accused of cattle rustling, must clear his name and protect his land from unscrupulous developers. He teams up with a determined young woman to expose the real culprits and bring them to justice before they can seize the property.

Critical Reception

As a B-Western from 1939, 'Down the Wyoming Trail' received moderate attention primarily from fans of the genre. It was generally seen as a standard entry for its time, featuring the typical action and straightforward narrative expected from a Ken Maynard western.

What Reviewers Say

  • A serviceable Western with familiar plot elements.

  • Features competent action sequences typical of the era.

  • Ken Maynard delivers a reliable performance in his signature role.

Google audience: Audience reviews for this film are largely unavailable as it predates widespread digital review platforms. What little can be gleaned suggests it's appreciated by dedicated fans of vintage Westerns for its straightforward storytelling and action.

Fun Fact

This film was one of Ken Maynard's final starring roles in a significant number of Westerns before his career transitioned to more supporting roles and television appearances.

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