The Showdown
"SWORN TO KILL A MAN HE'D NEVER SEEN!"
Originally released in 1950. The Showdown is a mystery/western film. directed by Stuart E. McGowan. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Bill Elliott, Walter Brennan, and Marie Windsor
Synopsis
Shadrach Jones, ex-Texas State Policeman, has the ruthless determination to find and kill the man who shot his brother in the back and stole the money with which he was to buy a ranch for the two of them. At the saloon-hotel run by Adelaide, Shadrach is convinced that one of the cowhands on the Captain McKellar cattle drive to Montana is his man. He takes the job of trail-herd boss to find the killer. McKellar preaches to Jones that he should forget revenge and let the law of retribution take care of the killer. Shadrach's hard driving of the men and his hunt for the killer makes him bitterly hated, and his retribution quest ends in a manner he did not anticipated.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 15, 1950
75 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
5.2/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Republic Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Showdown about?
Shadrach Jones, ex-Texas State Policeman, has the ruthless determination to find and kill the man who shot his brother in the back and stole the money with which he was to buy a ranch for the two o...
Who directed The Showdown?
The Showdown was directed by Stuart E. McGowan.
How long is The Showdown?
The Showdown has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was The Showdown released?
The Showdown was released on August 15, 1950 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Showdown?
The main cast of The Showdown includes Bill Elliott, Walter Brennan, Marie Windsor, Harry Morgan, Rhys Williams.