Wolves of the Range
Wolves of the Range

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Wolves of the Range

1943
Movie
60 min
English

Dorn is after the rancher's land and is trying to stop Banker Brady from helping them. When his man Hammond kills Brady, there is a run on the bank. When Rocky volunteers to ride to the next town for money, he is ambushed by Dorn's men, loses his memory, and is jailed for supposedly stealing the money.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Harry L. FraserGenres: Western, Action

Plot Summary

A mysterious outlaw known as 'The Ghost' is terrorizing a western town, and Sheriff "Wild Bill" Cody takes it upon himself to unmask and apprehend the elusive culprit. As Cody delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a conspiracy that threatens not only the town but also the lives of those close to him. With danger lurking around every corner, Cody must use his wits and bravery to restore order and justice to the troubled territory.

Critical Reception

This classic B-Western from Producers Releasing Corporation is typically viewed as a solid, albeit standard, entry in the genre. While it showcases the familiar appeal of its leading man and delivers on typical Western tropes, it doesn't break significant new ground. Audiences who enjoy straightforward cowboy adventures often find it an entertaining watch.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its straightforward Western narrative and action sequences.

  • Seen as a typical, enjoyable film for fans of the genre's era.

  • Praised for the performance of its lead actor in a familiar cowboy role.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this 1943 film is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film was part of a series of Westerns starring 'Wild Bill' Elliott, who was a popular figure in the genre during the 1930s and 1940s.

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A group of small ranchers face intimidation from "Harry Dorn" (Stanford Jolley) and his cohorts of henchmen as he seeks to drive them off their properties. "Dan Brady" (Ed Cassidy) is the local banker who, when he tries to help out, finds h...