The Texan
The Texan

The Texan

1960TV ShowEnded2 SeasonsEnglish

The Texan was a Western television series starring popular B movie actor Rory Calhoun, which aired on the CBS television network from 1958 to 1960.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Burt KennedyGenres: Western

Plot Summary

A mysterious stranger named Jess faces danger and intrigue when he arrives in a small Texas town. He becomes embroiled in a feud between ranchers and land speculators, and finds himself falling for a local woman. As tensions escalate, Jess must confront his own past and decide where his loyalties lie.

Critical Reception

The Texan (1960) received a generally lukewarm reception from critics, with many finding it to be a standard, albeit competently made, Western. While Audie Murphy's performance was noted, the film's plot was often described as predictable. Audiences at the time likely appreciated it as a typical Saturday matinee fare.

What Reviewers Say

  • A by-the-numbers Western with a familiar plot.
  • Audie Murphy delivers a solid, if unremarkable, performance.
  • Offers standard Western action but lacks originality.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'The Texan' are scarce, but general sentiment suggests it's a forgettable entry in the Western genre, best suited for fans of Audie Murphy or those seeking straightforward, old-fashioned cowboy tales.

Fun Fact

Audie Murphy, a highly decorated World War II veteran, was one of the most popular Western stars of the 1950s and early 1960s, starring in over 30 films of the genre.

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