California Mail (1936)

In the twilight years of the famed Pony Express, the United States Post Office is poised to shift the reins of mail delivery to a stage line. Singing cowboy Bill Harkins and his father, owners of a reputable stagecoach line, are among the top contenders for the lucrative contract. Rivaling them are the crafty Banton Brothers, Roy and Bart, whose ambition is fueled not only by their lust for wealth but also Roy's hidden desire for Bill's charming lady friend, Mary. As the bids for the contract are closely matched, officials devise a thrilling stagecoach race to determine the ultimate winner. In this high-stakes competition, the Banton brothers, driven by their insatiable greed, resort to a devious plot to sabotage Bill's stagecoach. Amidst the dust and thundering hooves, Bill finds himself battling not only for the contract but also his reputation. Simultaneously, a worrying pattern of stagecoach robberies emerges and Bill, suspecting the Banton brothers, concocts a daring plan to unmask the culprits. However, the tables turn dramatically when Bill is captured, accused of the very crimes he's been investigating. With evidence stacked against him, including eyewitness accounts of him committing a robbery and murder, Bill's situation grows increasingly perilous. Despite the mounting allegations, Mary's unwavering faith in Bill remains a beacon of hope. Now, to clear his name and secure the mail contract, Bill must provide irrefutable proof of his innocence and expose the true villains. This gripping tale of rivalry, sabotage, and redemption, set amidst the backdrop of the fading Pony Express era, promises a thrilling ride from start to finish.

California Mail is a western movie featuring Wilfred Lucas and directed by Noel M. Smith.

California Mail is currently streaming on DIRECTV.