

Information
Release DateMay 1, 1959
Runtime1h 21m
StatusReleased
ProductionThe Mirisch Company, United Artists
LanguagesEnglish
5.6
23 votesPopularity1
Synopsis
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.
Cast & Crew
Director

Featured Cast

Joel McCrea
Bat Masterson

Julie Adams
Pauline Howard

John McIntire
Doc Sam Tremaine

Richard Anderson
Dave Rudabaugh

Nancy Gates
Lily