Call of the Rockies
Unable to pay her notes, Ann Bradford, owner of the Circle C, decides to auction off a half-interest in her ranch. Matt Stark, a crooked land dealer, holds Ann's notes. His efforts to buy the ranch have been refused and his instructs his henchman, Barlow, and his other henchmen to make certain that nobody bids on the ranch. Clint Buckley rides into town on the day of the auction, overhears Stark's instructions to his henchies, and decides to attend the sale. Barlow attempts to intimidate him, they fight, Buckley wins and his bid of $25,000 wins him a half-interest in the Circle C. But, Stark, isn't finished yet in his efforts to get the ranch, especially since a couple of his hirelings are on the Circle C payroll.
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Plot Summary
A tough rancher, Lee Sterling, is framed for a crime he didn't commit by a greedy foreman. He escapes prison and heads to the Rockies to clear his name and reclaim his stolen ranch. Along the way, he encounters a kind rancher's daughter and must battle the elements and the foreman's men to expose the truth.
Critical Reception
Call of the Rockies was a typical low-budget Western of its era, providing straightforward action and a familiar plot. While not critically acclaimed, it offered solid entertainment for fans of the genre, showcasing George O'Brien's dependable Western persona. Its reception was generally positive among its target audience for its action sequences and clear narrative.
What Reviewers Say
- Offers standard Western thrills with a familiar tale of betrayal and redemption.
- George O'Brien delivers a strong performance as the wronged hero.
- A straightforward and action-packed B-movie Western suitable for genre fans.
Google audience: Audience reception data is not readily available for this classic Western, but general sentiment for similar films of the era suggests appreciation for its action and straightforward narrative.
Fun Fact
George O'Brien, a former Olympic athlete, was a popular star of Republic Pictures' Westerns throughout the late 1930s and early 1940s.
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