Action,Western
United States of America
Ride Lonesome is a 1959 Western film directed by Budd Boetticher, produced by Harry Joe Brown, and written by Burt Kennedy. The film stars Randolph Scott as Ben Brigade, a bounty hunter who is on the trail of Billy John, a notorious killer.
As the film begins, Billy John has just killed a man in a saloon and is on the run. Ben Brigade catches up with him and takes him into custody. Brigade plans to take Billy John to Santa Cruz, where he will be hanged for his crimes.
Along the way, they encounter a woman named Carrie Lane (played by Karen Steele) and her husband, who run a staging post. The couple is being threatened by a group of Indians, who are known for their brutality. Brigade helps defend the couple, and they join him on his journey to Santa Cruz.
Brigade also enlists the help of two outlaws, Sam Boone (played by Pernell Roberts) and Whit (played by James Coburn), who were previously trying to rob him. Brigade convinces the outlaws to help him by promising to split the reward money with them.
As they ride towards Santa Cruz, they encounter various obstacles, including hostile Indians and Billy John's brother, who is trying to rescue him. The tension escalates as Brigade and his group try to make it to Santa Cruz safely, all while Billy John tries to escape and exact revenge on Brigade.
Ride Lonesome is a classic Western film that showcases the talents of director Budd Boetticher and actor Randolph Scott. The film was well-received by audiences and critics alike and has become a favorite among fans of the genre.
