The Wild Wild West Revisited
The Wild Wild West Revisited

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The Wild Wild West Revisited

1979
Movie
96 min
English

The intrepid team of Old West government intelligence agents are brought out of retirement after 10 years to hunt down a cunning new adversary, the son of their former archenemy, who is suspected of cloning imposters to be substituted for the crowned heads of Europe and perhaps even the President of the United States.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Richard S. BrummerGenres: Western, Action, Adventure

Plot Summary

Secret agents James West and Artemus Gordon are called out of retirement to investigate a series of mysterious disappearances in the small town of Angel City. They uncover a conspiracy involving a ruthless baroness who is kidnapping brilliant scientists for her own sinister purposes. The duo must use their unique skills and gadgets to infiltrate the baroness's fortress and rescue the captives before it's too late.

Critical Reception

The television movie "The Wild Wild West Revisited" was met with a generally positive reception from fans of the original series, who appreciated its return to the familiar blend of Western action and spy-fi elements. While not groundbreaking, it served as a nostalgic trip for many, capturing the spirit of the 1960s show with updated production values.

What Reviewers Say

  • Fans enjoyed the return of the beloved characters James West and Artemus Gordon.

  • The film successfully recaptured the adventurous and gadget-filled spirit of the original series.

  • While a bit dated, it offered a satisfying dose of old-fashioned Western and spy action.

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Fun Fact

The film was produced as a reunion for the stars of the original "The Wild Wild West" television series, which ran from 1965 to 1969.

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