Road Agent
Road Agent

Road Agent

1952Movie60 minEnglish

Brand controls the only road to the cattle market and is charging exorbitant rates. Tim and Chito rob Brand to recover only their overcharge, but accidentally end up with all of Brand's money......

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Philip FordGenres: Western, Action, Crime

Plot Summary

In this Western, Marshal Steve Chandler arrives in a town where a ruthless gang has been terrorizing the locals and extorting protection money. He learns that the gang's leader is impersonating a respected rancher. Chandler must work to expose the imposter and bring the criminals to justice, facing danger at every turn as he tries to restore peace to the community.

Critical Reception

As a low-budget B-Western, 'Road Agent' was a typical entry in the genre for its time, fulfilling audience expectations for action and straightforward storytelling. While not critically acclaimed, it served its purpose as an entertaining matinee feature.

What Reviewers Say

  • A standard Western with plenty of action.
  • Tom Tyler delivers a solid performance as the determined marshal.
  • The plot follows familiar Western tropes but is competently executed.

Google audience: Audience reception is generally positive for its era, with viewers appreciating the classic Western elements and straightforward plot.

Fun Fact

Tom Tyler, who plays Marshal Steve Chandler, was a prominent Western star in the 1930s and 1940s, known for his athletic build and strong screen presence, even in his later roles like this one.

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