
Stranger on Horseback
A Killer's Paradise ... then one day a stranger rode in with a challenge ... a stranger the West would never forget !
Directed by Jacques Tourneur
Produced by Robert Goldstein Productions, United Artists
A classic Western about a principled circuit judge confronting corruption and power, driven by themes of justice against entrenched wealth and influence.
A circuit judge in the old west attempts to bring a suspected killer to justice. The judge runs afoul of the killer's rich cattle baron father in the process.
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Is Stranger on Horseback scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 67% of films.
Is Stranger on Horseback sad? Not especially. Less sad than 67% of films.
Is Stranger on Horseback violent? Somewhat. More violent than 59% of films.
Does Stranger on Horseback end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Stranger on Horseback easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Stranger on Horseback
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Stranger on Horseback
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Stranger on Horseback, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Stranger on Horseback, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Stranger on Horseback, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































