The Desperado
"Only a fool sticks his neck out for somebody else. Don't get in the habit of it." Outlaw gunslinger Sam Garrett offers that sage wisdom to fellow fugitive Tom Cameron, who's on the run from the "Bluebellies," Texas State Police officers who wield a brutal iron fist of enforcement in the early 1870s. But quick-draw, hard-bitten Garrett soon decides not to take his own advice after young Cameron heads home to surrender - and instead gets framed for a revenge murder by a jealous rival for the affections of his girl.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1954 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Western |
| Director | Thomas Carr |
| Runtime | 80 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.2/10 (6 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The Desperado is a solid entry rated 7.2/10. Not a masterpiece, but quality work that won't leave you disappointed.
A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.
A classic from 1954. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
— MovieFinder Editorial
🎭 Cast
Wayne Morris
Sam Garrett
Jimmy Lydon
Tom Cameron
Beverly Garland
Laurie Bannerman
Rayford Barnes
Ray Novak
Dabbs Greer
U.S. Marshal Jim Langley
Lee Van Cleef
Paul Clayton/Buck Clayton
Nestor Paiva
Captain Jake Thornton
Roy Barcroft
Martin Novak
John Dierkes
Police Sergeant
Richard Shackleton
Pat Garner
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