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Cattle Raiders
Tom Reynolds returns to find he is wanted for murder, his gun having been found at the scene. Tom suspects Munro and stages a fight to get a bullet from Monro's gun which he then sees matches the murder bullet. He gets his brother Steve to confess that he Monro forced him to rob the bank with his gun. But at Tom's trial, the bullets are ignored and when Steve fails to appear, Tom is found guilty.
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Plot Summary
A retired rodeo star, now a rancher, finds his peaceful life disrupted when he becomes involved in a feud over water rights. He must confront greedy landowners and protect his community from their unscrupulous tactics. Along the way, he inspires a young boy to believe in justice and courage.
Critical Reception
As a mid-tier Western from the era, 'Cattle Raiders' received modest attention. It was generally seen as a serviceable entry in the genre, offering the expected thrills and familiar narrative beats. While not a critical darling, it provided entertainment for fans of Tom Mix and Western films.
What Reviewers Say
A standard Western outing that relies on the tried-and-true formula.
Tom Mix delivers his usual capable performance, bringing charisma to the lead.
The plot, while predictable, offers sufficient action for genre enthusiasts.
Google audience: Audience reception information for this specific film is not readily available.
Fun Fact
Tom Mix was one of the most popular Western stars of the silent and early sound eras, known for his elaborate costumes and stunts, often performing them himself.
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