Home in Oklahoma
In this Roy Rogers entry, featuring a song written by Oklahoma Governor Roy J. Turner (making him and Lousiania's Jimmie Davis and Texas' W.E. "Pappy" O'Daniel possibly the only state governors to write songs used in a western), Flying U ranch owner Sam Talbot is killed by a fall from a horse. St. Louis reporter Connie Edwards comes to check a rumor that he might have been murdered. She goes to Roy Rogers, editor of the local newspaper, and he takes her to the reading of Talbot's will. The ranch is left to Talbot's 12-year-old ward, Duke Lowery, much to the dismay of Talbot's niece, Jan Holloway. After some attempts on Duke's life, Roy finally proves that Jan, Steve McClory and coroner Jim Judnick had Talbot killed and are conspiring to do the same for Duke, making Jan the last heir.
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Plot Summary
When a rancher's son, who has been away at college, returns home, he finds that his father's ranch is in financial trouble. He teams up with a famous singing cowboy to save the ranch. The two men face off against unscrupulous land grabbers who are trying to take advantage of the family's financial woes.
Critical Reception
Home in Oklahoma was a typical Roy Rogers Western musical, featuring his signature blend of action, songs, and wholesome entertainment. It was well-received by fans of the genre and performed adequately at the box office during its release.
What Reviewers Say
- Fans of Roy Rogers and Western musicals will find this film to be a satisfying entry in the genre.
- The film delivers the expected formula of songs, adventure, and a clear moral compass.
- While not groundbreaking, it offers pleasant entertainment with a strong dose of cowboy charm.
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Fun Fact
The film prominently features "Gabby" Hayes in a role that, while still comedic, begins to show a slight shift from his earlier, more eccentric characters, hinting at the character development he would undertake later in his career.
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