The Final Hour
The Final Hour

The Final Hour

1965Movie150 minEnglish

Two episodes of the TV series "The Virginian" edited together.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: John SturgesGenres: Western, Drama

Plot Summary

A former Confederate soldier, seeking redemption, arrives in a small frontier town and becomes embroiled in a conflict between the townspeople and a ruthless land baron. He must confront his past and choose a side as tensions escalate towards a violent confrontation.

Critical Reception

While not a major critical success, 'The Final Hour' is appreciated by some for its solid performances, particularly from its lead, and its straightforward Western narrative. It offered a typical, albeit somewhat formulaic, tale of redemption and conflict in the Old West.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its competent direction and lead performance.
  • Seen as a standard, albeit enjoyable, Western outing.
  • Some critics found the plot predictable.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable through traditional aggregated platforms, but general sentiment often focuses on its classic Western elements and the presence of Audie Murphy.

Fun Fact

Audie Murphy, a highly decorated World War II veteran, starred in numerous Westerns after his military service, often playing honorable but troubled characters like the one in 'The Final Hour'.

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