Rawhide Mail
Rawhide Mail

Rawhide Mail

1934Movie59 minEnglish

Reed breaks up the first attempted gold robbery. When the outlaws next attempt is successful, Reed is jailed as the suspect. Escaping from jail, he knows who to look for.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Stuart PatonGenres: Western

Plot Summary

Buck, a young cowboy, is framed for a robbery he didn't commit. He escapes from prison with the help of a fellow inmate and sets out to clear his name. Along the way, he encounters a dangerous outlaw gang and falls for a spirited young woman whose father is entangled with the criminals.

Critical Reception

Rawhide Mail is a standard B-western of its era, offering predictable thrills and familiar tropes. While not a standout, it delivers a straightforward Western narrative with sufficient action for fans of the genre. Hoot Gibson's performance is characteristic of his roles in such films, and the supporting cast provides adequate support.

What Reviewers Say

  • A typical, no-frills B-western from the 1930s.
  • Features standard chase sequences and shootouts common to the genre.
  • Hoot Gibson delivers a familiar, capable performance as the wronged cowboy.

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Fun Fact

The film was part of Monogram Pictures' strategy to produce a large volume of low-budget Westerns, catering to audiences who preferred action-packed, straightforward cowboy stories.

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