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Desperadoes of the West

1950 · 167 min Western
3.8 / 10 · TMDB

A group of ranchers, led by Colonel Arnold and Ward Gordon, are drilling an oil well but getting fierce opposition from an unknown gang of outlaws. Eastern promoter J.B."Dude" Dawson, is behind the gang as he is out to prevent the co-op members from striking oil before their lease expires, so he can secure the property for his company. When Ward, with the help of Arnold and his daughter Sally, arranges for a new driller to be brought in, the replacement man is killed and one of Dawson's men takes his place.

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Year 1950
Country United States of America
Genre Western
Director Frank C. Brannon
Runtime 167 min.
Rating TMDB: 3.8/10 (2 votes)

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Desperadoes of the West is an acquired taste at 3.8/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

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A classic from 1950. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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