Randolph Scott stars as a bounty hunter who is escorting criminal to be hanged, but all the while allowing the man's brother to catch up so further justice can be served.
James best is the criminal named Billy John and Lee Van Cleef is his brother Frank. Along for the ride with Scott's character of Ben Brigade are two other men who want the bounty on Billy John, Sam Boone (Pernell Roberts) and Whit (James Coburn in his movie debut).
Karen Steele is the widow of a station master murdered by Indians. The small party is stalked by Billy John's brother as the Mescalero Indians. Frank finally catches up and there is a showdown between himself and Ben. I don't want to spoil it if you've never had a chance to see this film, but the climax will surprise you.
Budd Boetticher directs again with gusto and all of the actor do a fine job. This is a text book on how to make an enjoyable film. I have actually had some modern day audience members tell me the film is too short to be a real movie. Wow, 73 minutes of grand entertainment is judged on length instead of contents!! I see there is a review ion IMBD that says pretty much the same thing I just said.
Don't miss this top notch entertainment that Sony put out on DVD in a beautiful set which includes 4 other Scott titles.
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