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      Public Cowboy, No. 1

      Released Aug 23, 1937 59m Western List
      Reviews When withered Sheriff Doniphon (William Farnum) is overwhelmed by his town's drastic rise in cattle rustling, he calls on his deputy, cowboy Gene Autry (Gene Autry), for help. But Autry is bewildered when he discovers that these crafty thieves are utilizing new innovations -- from shortwave radios to airplanes -- to steal herds with lightning speed and stealth. Refusing to be outclassed by modern technology, Autry uses gumption and strategy to bring these crooks to justice. Read More Read Less

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      Audience Member Routine Autry quickie's only distinction is that its the last low budget film Ann Rutherford made before moving on to the big leagues of MGM. Rated 2 out of 5 stars 02/27/23 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Synopsis When withered Sheriff Doniphon (William Farnum) is overwhelmed by his town's drastic rise in cattle rustling, he calls on his deputy, cowboy Gene Autry (Gene Autry), for help. But Autry is bewildered when he discovers that these crafty thieves are utilizing new innovations -- from shortwave radios to airplanes -- to steal herds with lightning speed and stealth. Refusing to be outclassed by modern technology, Autry uses gumption and strategy to bring these crooks to justice.
      Director
      Joseph Kane
      Production Co
      Republic Pictures Corporation
      Genre
      Western
      Original Language
      English
      Release Date (Theaters)
      Aug 23, 1937, Limited
      Release Date (Streaming)
      Jun 30, 2016
      Runtime
      59m
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