In Old Caliente
In Old Caliente

In Old Caliente

1939Movie54 minEnglish

Americans come west to California in the hope of peaceful settlement. Roy and Gabby sing a duet: "We're Not Coming Out Tonight." Other songs include "Sundown on the Rangeland" and "Ride on Vaquero."

Read Reviews

Insights

IMDb6.0/10
Director: George ShermanGenres: Western, Romance, Adventure

Plot Summary

A young cowboy, who is the son of a murdered rancher, seeks revenge against the unscrupulous land baron responsible for his father's death. He finds himself caught between his desire for vengeance and a blossoming romance with the land baron's daughter, who is unaware of her father's true nature. The ensuing conflict threatens to engulf the entire town.

Critical Reception

As a B-movie Western from the era, 'In Old Caliente' received modest reviews, praised for its action sequences and straightforward storytelling typical of the genre. While not a critical darling, it satisfied audiences looking for a classic cowboy adventure. Its historical significance lies in its place within the prolific output of Republic Pictures' Westerns.

What Reviewers Say

  • Fast-paced action and classic Western tropes.
  • A standard but enjoyable entry in the B-Western category.
  • Competent direction and performances for its budget.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented, but typical B-Western fans of the era likely appreciated its straightforward plot and action.

Fun Fact

Don "Red" Barry, who plays the lead role, was a popular actor in Republic Pictures' Westerns and was known for his athleticism and stunt work.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review

TMDB Reviews

1 reviews
CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

Roy Rogers looks so immaculately pristine as to have come straight from an high school barn dance - luckily for all, though, Gabby Hayes injects a bit of realism and grit into a really procedural tale of the expansionist Gringo's, determine...