The hero must solve the murder of his benefactor within six months in order to inherit a valuable ranch.
Practical Effects
Real horses, real stunts, real danger—no safety net cinema.
Acting
Ken Maynard's expressive face does what dialogue never could.
Director
Paul Hurst
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Ken Maynard was a genuine rodeo champion before Hollywood, so every stunt is actually him.
This film arrived right as Westerns pivoted from pure action to mystery-driven plots, influencing the genre's evolution toward 'oater noir.'
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