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Four Faces West

"The Strangest Desperado the West has Ever Known!"

August 3, 1948 1h 29m 5.6/10 (21 votes)

Originally released in 1948. Four Faces West is a western film. directed by Alfred E. Green. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Joel McCrea, Frances Dee, and Charles Bickford

Synopsis

Cowboy Ross McEwen arrives in town. He asks the banker for a loan of $2000. When the banker asks about securing a loan that large, McEwen shows him his six-gun collateral. The banker hands over the money in exchange for an I.O.U., signed "Jefferson Davis". McEwen rides out of town and catches a train, but not before being bitten by a rattler. On the train, a nurse, Miss Hollister, tends to his wound. A posse searches the train, but McEwen manages to escape notice. However a mysterious Mexican has taken note of the cowboy, and that loudmouthed brat is still nosing around. Who will be the first to claim the reward for the robber's capture?

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 3, 1948 77 years ago
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Runtime 1h 29m 89 minutes total
User Rating 5.6/10 Mixed (21 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Enterprise Productions
  • Harry Sherman Productions
  • United Artists

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Four Faces West about?

Cowboy Ross McEwen arrives in town. He asks the banker for a loan of $2000. When the banker asks about securing a loan that large, McEwen shows him his six-gun collateral. The banker hands over the...

Who directed Four Faces West?

Four Faces West was directed by Alfred E. Green.

How long is Four Faces West?

Four Faces West has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).

When was Four Faces West released?

Four Faces West was released on August 3, 1948 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Four Faces West?

The main cast of Four Faces West includes Joel McCrea, Frances Dee, Charles Bickford, Joseph Calleia, William Conrad.