Gun for a Coward (1956)

Name: Gun for a Coward
Genre: Western
Released: 1956
Duration: 88 min
Rating: 5.9
Cast: Fred MacMurray, Jeffrey Hunter, Janice Rule, Chill Wills, Dean Stockwell

1h 28m United States of America

Western

Plot

A young cowboy, known for his commitment to peace and rationality, faces the harsh label of cowardice when his older brother harshly criticizes him for refusing to partake in a reckless gunfight. The tragic death of their youngest sibling during this altercation forces him to confront his deep-seated fears about violence. As he grapples with guilt and the weight of family expectations, he ultimately finds the courage to redefine his identity and confront the very violence he once avoided, leading to a transformative journey of self-discovery and redemption.

Cast

Fred MacMurray Jeffrey Hunter Janice Rule Chill Wills Dean Stockwell Josephine Hutchinson Betty Lynn Iron Eyes Cody Robert F. Hoy Jane Howard Marjorie Stapp John Larch Paul Birch Bob Steele Frances Morris