Carry On Cowboy is a 1965 Western comedy film, directed by Gerald Thomas and featuring an ensemble cast including Sid James, Kenneth Williams, Jim Dale, and Joan Sims. The film is part of the Carry On series of British comedy films, which are known for their bawdy humor and irreverent take on various genres.
The film is set in the fictional town of Stodge City, which is terrorized by the outlaw Rumpo Kid and his gang. When a new 'sanitary engineer' named Marshal P. Knutt arrives in town, he is mistaken for a law marshal and given the task of restoring order. Marshal Knutt, who is played by Jim Dale, is initially reluctant to take on the job, but quickly becomes determined to help the townspeople get rid of Rumpo Kid.
To assist him in his mission, Marshal Knutt teams up with Annie Oakley, a sharpshooter played by Angela Douglas who seeks revenge on Rumpo Kid for killing her father. Together, they form an unlikely duo and use their wits and skills to take down Rumpo Kid and restore peace to Stodge City.
Along the way, the film features a variety of comedic set pieces, including a bar fight, a runaway stagecoach, and a duel between Marshal Knutt and Rumpo Kid. There are also several musical numbers, including a catchy theme song sung by the cast.
Carry On Cowboy was a critical and commercial success upon its release, and is still considered one of the best films in the Carry On series. It has become a cult classic and remains popular with fans of British comedy.