The Old Corral
The Old Corral

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The Old Corral

1936
Movie
54 min
English

As the sheriff of a small western town, Autry sings his way into a relationship with Eleanor, a singer from a Chicago nightclub who earlier witnessed a murder.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Joseph KaneGenres: Western, Musical, Romance

Plot Summary

A young cowboy, Gene Autry, arrives in a rough town and quickly gets involved in a dispute between ranchers and a villainous character who is trying to swindle them. Gene, with the help of his friends, works to protect the innocent and bring justice to the community. The film features musical numbers and romantic subplots woven into the western action.

Critical Reception

As a typical Gene Autry "singing cowboy" vehicle of the era, 'The Old Corral' was primarily aimed at his established fanbase and was generally received as a satisfactory entry in the genre. Critics at the time often focused on Autry's singing and riding prowess, along with the standard western tropes and musical interludes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Gene Autry delivers his signature blend of singing and western action.

  • Features classic B-Western elements with musical numbers.

  • A straightforward plot suitable for fans of the genre.

Google audience: Audience reception information for this specific 1936 film is not readily available through common Google review aggregations.

Fun Fact

This film is notable for featuring Gene Autry's horse, Champion, who was credited as a co-star and became a star in his own right.

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