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Roaring Westward
After claim jumper Sanders kills a miner, he changes clothes with Perry. In pursuit, the Marshal kills Perry claiming he was the murderer. Setting out to clear Perry's name, Jimmy works his way into the outlaw game. But Sanders overhears Jimmy's plans and he and his boss Morgan set a trap to kill Jimmy.
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Plot Summary
When a ruthless railroad tycoon, Silas Croft, attempts to seize control of valuable ranch land by underhanded means, the courageous cowboy Red Ryder steps in to protect the rightful owners. Red uncovers a conspiracy involving staged cattle rustling and threats against the local community. He must use his wits and sharpshooting skills to expose Croft's scheme and bring justice to the Wild West.
Critical Reception
Roaring Westward is a typical Republic Pictures Western of the era, offering straightforward action and a familiar narrative. While not groundbreaking, it delivers reliable entertainment for fans of the genre, praised for its fast pace and earnest performances.
What Reviewers Say
Enjoyable B-western with standard action sequences.
A predictable but well-executed plot typical of the genre.
Features solid performances from the lead actors.
Google audience: Audience reception data for this film is not widely available.
Fun Fact
This film is part of the long-running Red Ryder film series, which was based on the popular comic strip character.
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