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Code of the West
Knowing the railroad is coming, Carter is after the rancher's land. Bob and Chito return just in time to save Banker Stockton and his money from Carter's men. When Stockton then lends the ranchers money, Carter has them burned out. Bob knows Carter is responsible and when Carter's henchman Saunders is recognized, Bob goes into action.
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Plot Summary
A former outlaw, now a lawman, returns to his old territory to bring peace. He finds himself caught between his past and his new responsibilities when his former gang targets the town. He must confront his old ways and the people who knew him before to protect the innocent.
Critical Reception
As a standard B-Western of its era, "Code of the West" was generally received as a functional and entertaining entry in the genre, offering the expected action and traditional Western themes.
What Reviewers Say
Presents a familiar Western narrative with a clear protagonist.
Features standard action sequences typical of the era's Westerns.
Offers a straightforward good-versus-evil storyline.
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Fun Fact
William Elliott, who stars as the lead and also directed, was a popular Western star known for his role as "Red Ryder" in a series of films and the radio show.
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