The Gunfight at Dodge City
Director: Joseph M. Newman
Actors: Joel McCrea, Julie Adams, John McIntire
PlotBat Masterson arrives in Dodge City after a personal tragedy, seeking a fresh start. The town is lawless, with outlaws and corrupt officials controlling it. Initially uninterested in getting involved, Bat's sense of justice is stirred when he witnesses the extent of the corruption and violence. He reluctantly takes up the mantle of sheriff after the current lawman is killed, hoping to restore order and make the town safe again. His past as a buffalo hunter and gunfighter gives him the skills needed, but he soon faces resistance from powerful figures who profit from the chaos.
As Bat begins to clean up Dodge City, he forms alliances with local citizens who support his efforts to bring law and order. However, his actions also paint a target on his back, leading to several confrontations with those who oppose his mission. Tensions escalate as both sides prepare for an inevitable showdown. Through a mix of strategic planning, determination, and raw courage, Bat navigates the dangers that loom over Dodge City, bringing him face-to-face with the ultimate test of his resolve and principles.
Writers: Daniel B. Ullman, Martin Goldsmith
Release Date: 01 May 1959
Runtime: 81 min
Rating: Approved
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
A solid, entertaining western with modest dramatic intent and an impressive Blu-ray A/V presentation by Kino Lorber.
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