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Days of Buffalo Bill
In this western, a cowpoke gets in an argument; a scuffle ensues leaving the cowboy to believe that he killed his opponent. He is so wracked with guilt that he travels to the ranch of the dead man's sister, gives himself a new name and begins helping her. Rustlers come; he stops them. Trouble ensues after she learns his true identity. A scuffle ensues. She wings him with a gun; he disarms her. Later she hears the real murderer bragging about his crime during a fight with the hero.
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Plot Summary
When a wealthy rancher is murdered, his estranged son, Roy, returns to confront the outlaws responsible. Roy must navigate a treacherous landscape of betrayal and false accusations to clear his name and bring the true culprits to justice. He relies on his loyal friend Gabby and the help of the rancher's daughter to uncover the conspiracy.
Critical Reception
As a B-Western from the Golden Age of Hollywood, 'Days of Buffalo Bill' was generally received as a standard, entertaining entry in the genre. It offered the expected thrills, songs, and straightforward narrative that fans of Roy Rogers and Westerns of the era enjoyed. Critical reviews at the time were not as formalized as they are today, but it fulfilled its purpose as a matinee feature.
What Reviewers Say
Satisfying Roy Rogers Western with familiar tropes.
Features spirited action and classic Western scenery.
A predictable but enjoyable plot for fans of the genre.
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Fun Fact
This film is notable for bringing together three prominent figures of the Western genre: singing cowboy star Roy Rogers, his trusty sidekick George 'Gabby' Hayes, and director John English, who helmed numerous Westerns throughout his career.
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