The Gunfight at Dodge City
Watch TrailerFleeing to Dodge City after killing a man in self defence Masterson finds his brother Ed (Harry Lauter) running for sheriff of the town. When Ed is killed by hired guns of the corrupt incumbent Bat is determined to settle the score with violence but he is convinced by the townspeople that the best way to avenge his brother's death is by taking Ed's place on the ballot. Bat agrees and wins the election but his new role on the right side of the law will lead him to unexpected confrontations as he finds himself torn between his loyalties to his friends and his duties as sheriff.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1959 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Western |
| Director | Joseph M. Newman |
| Runtime | 81 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.6/10 (23 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs a classic Western narrative around the protagonist's internal transformation, relying on the tension between personal vengeance and civic duty. By exploring the conflict between the law and personal loyalties, it examines themes of maturity and responsibility in a chaotic frontier setting.
What lingers after the final showdown is a contemplation on the price of justice and the personal sacrifices required to wear a badge in a lawless town. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Joseph M. Newman
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Best viewed as a late-night entry into the moral complexities of the Old West.
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