The Gunfight at Dodge City

A steady, sun-baked western that trades spectacle for moral wrestling, with an upright lawman torn between old loyalties and new duty.

Directed by

Joseph M. Newman

Genres

Western

Starring

Joel McCrea, Julie Adams, John McIntire

Tagline

The whole wild west watched.. And held its breath.

Overview

Fleeing 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.

How it feels

Earnest, tense and melancholic. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Justice, loyalty, corruption, betrayal

Content

Mild violence and gore. No sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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