Masked Raiders (1949)

In the heart of Wilcox, Texas, a mysterious band of masked renegades, led by the enigmatic Diablo Kid, is tormenting local rancher Hoyt Corthell (Frank Wilcox). To unravel the mystery, Texas Rangers Tim Holt (Tim Holt) and his loyal partner Chito Rafferty (Richard Martin) venture into the tumultuous terrain, blending in as simple cowhands. Their journey leads them to the intriguing Trevitt Ranch, where they encounter the fiery Gale Trevitt (Marjorie Lord), her young brother Artie (Gary Gray), and their enigmatic Uncle Henry (Houseley Stevenson), the patriarch of the Trevitt clan, which includes the daring trio: Trig (Tom Tyler), Matt (Clayton Moore), and Luke (Jay Kirby). Their arrival is met with hostility, and in an unexpected twist, the rangers find themselves captive. As the plot thickens, Holt sustains an injury in a thrilling holdup, orchestrated by the cunning Doc Nichols (Charles Arnt), just as he's on the cusp of unmasking one of the elusive raiders. As the story unfolds, Holt and Rafferty uncover a tangled web of deception and rivalry. They discover that the supposedly innocent ranchers are victims of Corthell's machinations, and the Trevitt family, led by Gale, is fighting back under the guise of the Diablo Kid. Caught in a power play with the corrupt town Marshal Barlow (Harry Woods), Gale and her family are not the villains they initially appear to be, but rather vigilantes seeking justice. The masked raiders' true purpose begins to emerge - a daring mission to reclaim what Corthell's gang has unjustly seized, stirring up a whirlwind of intrigue and danger. With this revelation, the stakes are raised, and the line between heroes and outlaws blurs in this thrilling, wild west saga.

Masked Raiders is a western movie featuring Marjorie Lord.

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