Down Rio Grande Way
Slightly more elaborate than most Charles Starrett westerns, Down Rio Grande Way is set in the mid-19th century, when the Republic of Texas was poised to join the Union. Starrett plays Texas Ranger Steve Martin, who is dispatched to a "renegade" Texas country that refuses to become part of the good old USA. He discovers that the crux of the problem is a local tax collector who, with the help of a crooked newspaper editor, is systematically robbing the citizens of their hard-earned cash, all the while fomenting anti-American sentiments.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1942 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Western |
| Director | William Berke |
| Runtime | 57 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 10.0/10 (1 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
Down Rio Grande Way is an exceptional film rated 10.0/10. It ranks among the finest in its genre and is an absolute must-watch for any film lover.
A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.
A classic from 1942. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: any evening when you want quality cinema with no compromises.
— MovieFinder Editorial
🎭 Cast
Charles Starrett
Steve Martin
Russell Hayden
'Lucky' Haines
Britt Wood
Britt Haines
Rose Anne Stevens
Mary Ann Baldridge
Norman Willis
Mack Vandall
Davison Clark
Colonel Elihu Baldridge
Edmund Cobb
Henchman Stoner
Budd Buster
Clem Kearney
Joseph Eggenton
Judge Randolph Henderson
Paul Newlan
Sam Houston
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