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The Gunfight at Dodge City (1959)

The Gunfight at Dodge City (1959)

Western

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

Release Date: 1959, May 1
Directors: Joseph M. Newman
Countries: United States of America
Production: The Mirisch Company, United Artists
Cast: Bert Stevens, John McIntire, Hans Moebus, Russell Custer, Brick Sullivan, Sam Harris, Forbes Murray, Fred Aldrich, Jack Perrin, Charles Horvath, Wright King, John Roy

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.

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