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Cavalier of the West (1931)

“A MIGHTY CARAVAN OF MELODRAMATIC THRILLS!”

  • NR
  • 75 min
  • Western
  • imdb logo 5.9/10 (94 votes)

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Plot

Beneath the blistering sun of the Wild West, Captain John Allister, a stalwart officer of the U.S. Cavalry, stumbles upon a scene of impending violence. Deputy Sheriff 'Red' Greeley and his four menacing henchmen are on the brink of assaulting White Feather and two of his Indian companions, accusing them of horse theft. With a cunning ruse, Allister deflates their false claims, suspecting that the true motive lies in seizing the Indians' gold, destined for El Rio. Greeley and his gang are promptly arrested, charged with theft and the chilling murder of Indians a week prior, and handed over to Sheriff Bill Ryan. However, their incarceration is short-lived. A secret message to their vicious leader, Lee Burgess, the foreman of the Fernandez Ranch, results in a daring escape. The news sparks fears of an Indian uprising, prompting Allister to declare martial law. As tensions rise, Allister finds himself drawn into a whirlwind of jealousy, intrigue, and betrayal. The captivating Dolores Fernandez's admiration for him incites Burgess's envy. Meanwhile, the escapees plot to attack the Indians transporting their gold at night, forcing Allister to discard his uniform and join forces with the Indians. Allister's challenges are far from over. During a vibrant fiesta hosted by Dolores, Burgess's gang stages a deadly assault, leaving an Army Lieutenant wounded, and a paymaster dead. The Lieutenant is none other than Wilbur Allister, John's younger brother. Wilbur's vices of gambling, alcohol, and women soon lead him into a dangerous trap. The ruthless Burgess murders a Mexican named Manuel, framing the younger Allister for the crime. Now, it falls upon Captain Allister to navigate this treacherous landscape, unravel the threads of deceit, and prove his brother's innocence. Amid the dust and danger of the Wild West, the cunning and courage of one man are all that stand between justice and the gallows. With a motley crew of villains against him, Allister's quest for truth promises a thrilling journey of suspense, action, and determination.

Where to watch Cavalier of the West?

Cavalier of the West is a western movie featuring Harry Carey.

Cavalier of the West is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Tubi TV.