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Rocky Rhodes
Rocky Rhodes returns to find his father dead and his best friend Joe accused of the murder. The culprit is Murtch who now lets Joe break jail and then has him shot escaping. When Rocky starts to interfere with Murtch's plans, he has Rocky framed for murder. Rocky now has to prove Murtch is guilty while escaping the law.
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Plot Summary
A greenhorn rancher named Rocky Rhodes is sent out West to take over his uncle's ranch. He quickly finds himself embroiled in a dispute with a local cattle rustler and his gang. Rocky, despite his lack of experience, must learn to stand up for himself and protect his inheritance.
Critical Reception
Rocky Rhodes was a relatively minor Western comedy of its era, receiving a moderate reception from critics who acknowledged its lighthearted approach and some entertaining moments. Audiences generally found it to be an amusing diversion, though it did not achieve significant critical acclaim or lasting popularity.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its lighthearted and comedic take on the Western genre.
Some critics noted the energetic performance of the lead actor.
Pacing was sometimes found to be uneven, with certain comedic gags falling flat.
Google audience: Audience reception data for this film is not readily available through common retrospective aggregators. Older reviews suggest it was viewed as a pleasant, if unremarkable, B-movie Western.
Fun Fact
The film was produced by Monogram Pictures, a studio known for its low-budget but often entertaining B-movies during the Golden Age of Hollywood.
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