The Carson City Kid
The Carson City Kid and partner Laramie are outlaws. When his partner is caught the Kid, his identity being unknown, takes a job in Jessup's saloon. Here he see Jessup cheat Waren out of his money. Warren then robs Jessup posing as the Kid but gets caught. To gain his freedom, Laramie identifies Warren as the Kid. Realizing Jessup is the man that killed his brother, the Kid must find a way to clear Warren and get Jessup.
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Plot Summary
Young Roy Rogers arrives in Carson City looking for the man who killed his father. He finds work as a ranch hand and soon becomes involved in a range war between ranchers and a railroad company. Roy must use his wits and his trusty horse to uncover the truth and bring justice to the town.
Critical Reception
As a typical Roy Rogers Western of the era, 'The Carson City Kid' was produced for a specific audience and generally received positively by fans of the genre. Critics at the time often focused on the action and Rogers' appeal rather than in-depth thematic analysis.
What Reviewers Say
- Delivers standard Western action and adventure.
- Features the popular singing cowboy Roy Rogers in a familiar heroic role.
- A straightforward plot with predictable outcomes typical of the genre.
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Fun Fact
The film features a young, pre-fame Noah Beery Jr. in a supporting role, though he is often uncredited in this production.
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