Outlaw Roundup
Outlaw Roundup

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Outlaw Roundup

1944
Movie
57 min
English

Ranger Tex Wyatt introduces himself as the notorious bandit Spade Norton. Crooked saloon owner Red Hayden believes him until the real Spade turns up and all hell breaks loose.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Albert HermanGenres: Western

Plot Summary

In this Western, rancher Dave Smith is targeted by a gang of outlaws who are trying to drive him off his land. With the help of his friends, Dave fights to protect his ranch and bring the criminals to justice. The film follows his struggle against greed and violence in the Wild West.

Critical Reception

As a B-movie Western from the era, 'Outlaw Roundup' received standard, often unenthusiastic, reviews typical for its genre and budget. It was generally seen as a predictable but passable entry for Saturday matinee audiences, offering the expected shootouts and horseback chases without significant innovation.

What Reviewers Say

  • A standard, formulaic Western with predictable plot points.

  • Offers basic action and entertainment suitable for fans of the genre.

  • Lacks originality but serves its purpose as a quick B-movie diversion.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for 'Outlaw Roundup' is not readily available, but films of this nature typically garnered straightforward reactions from audiences, appreciating the straightforward Western action.

Fun Fact

Dave O'Brien, who starred in 'Outlaw Roundup,' was a prolific actor in B-Westerns and also known for his role as "The Texan" in a series of films, often playing heroic cowboy characters.

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