Gunslinger
Gunslinger was a Western television series starring Tony Young that aired on the CBS television network from February 9 until May 18, 1961 on Thursdays from 9 to 10 p.m. EST. The series theme song was sung by Frankie Laine. Young played Cord, a young gunfighter who works undercover for the local army garrison commander, acting as a secret law enforcement agent in the territory. The series lasted for only twelve episodes. Gunslinger was the successor to Dick Powell's Zane Grey Theater.
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Plot Summary
A lawman tries to bring peace to a volatile frontier town controlled by a ruthless outlaw. He faces moral dilemmas and violent confrontations as he attempts to uphold justice against overwhelming odds. The townspeople are caught in the crossfire, their lives hanging in the balance.
Critical Reception
Roger Corman's 'Gunslinger' is a straightforward, gritty Western that delivers on action and atmosphere, albeit with a B-movie sensibility. It is appreciated for its direct narrative and solid performances within its budget constraints.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its no-nonsense approach to the Western genre.
- Applauded for its efficient pacing and action sequences.
- Noted for its straightforward, if somewhat predictable, plot.
Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Gunslinger' (1961) is not readily available through standard public platforms.
Fun Fact
This film was originally shot in 3D, a technique that was a brief fad in the early 1950s but made a comeback in some productions of the late 1950s and early 1960s.
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