Boss of Bullion City
Boss of Bullion City

Boss of Bullion City

1940Movie61 minEnglish

A lawman sets out to disrupt the operations of a crooked town boss.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Ray TaylorGenres: Western

Plot Summary

In the bustling town of Bullion City, Marshal Terry 'Tex' O'Malley (Buster Crabbe) is tasked with bringing justice to a community plagued by a ruthless outlaw gang. He must navigate a web of deceit and betrayal to uncover the true identity of the menacing 'Boss' who controls the town from the shadows. With the help of his trusty sidekick 'Fuzzy' (Fuzzy Knight), O'Malley races against time to prevent further chaos and restore peace.

Critical Reception

Boss of Bullion City, a typical B-Western of its era, offered straightforward action and predictable plotting that appealed to its target audience. While not critically acclaimed, it provided solid entertainment with its familiar Western tropes and the dependable presence of its star, Buster Crabbe.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers standard Western action with a familiar hero.
  • Predictable but satisfying for fans of the genre.
  • A decent entry in the Buster Crabbe Western series.

Google audience: Audience reception is difficult to gauge due to the film's age and limited widespread release, but it generally aligns with the typical enjoyment of 1940s Westerns for its straightforward narrative and star appeal.

Fun Fact

Buster Crabbe, a former Olympic swimmer, was a prolific star of Westerns and adventure serials in the 1930s and 1940s, also known for his roles as Flash Gordon and Buck Rogers.

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