In Old Oklahoma

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"BATTLE-HEAT! Untamed men clash in a well of violence!"
  • Passed
  • 1943
  • 1 hr 42 min
  • 6.4  (1,453)

In Old Oklahoma, also known as War of the Wildcats, is a Western movie from 1943 starring John Wayne, Martha Scott and Albert Dekker. The movie was directed by Albert S. Rogell. The plot of the movie is set in the early 20th century in Oklahoma, where oil is discovered and a race begins to extract it. John Wayne plays Daniel F. Somers, a businessman from the East who comes to Oklahoma with his oil drilling machinery. Martha Scott plays Catherine Elizabeth Allen, a young woman who is also interested in oil and wants to drill for it. Albert Dekker plays Jim "Hunk" Gardner, a wealthy oilman who is interested in Catherine Elizabeth and wants to take advantage of the oil rush.

The movie starts with Daniel F. Somers arriving in Oklahoma and meeting Catherine Elizabeth Allen. They both have their oil drilling machinery and start drilling for oil. However, Jim "Hunk" Gardner uses his influence and money to try and stop them from drilling. He tries to sabotage their machinery and intimidates them with his men.

Daniel and Catherine Elizabeth are not to be outdone, however. They band together to fight back against Jim Gardner and his men. They turn to the law for help but find that it's not much help against Hunk's intimidation tactics. So they decide to fight back with their own tactics.

Throughout the movie, the tension between Daniel and Catherine Elizabeth builds into a romance. They both share a passion for drilling and a determination to succeed. There are some comedic elements in the movie, too, especially when it comes to the hijinks that Hunk and his men get up to.

In Old Oklahoma is a fun and entertaining Western movie. It's well acted by John Wayne, Martha Scott and Albert Dekker, and it has an interesting plot that keeps the viewer engaged. The movie also showcases the harsh conditions that oil drilling pioneers had to endure in Oklahoma.

The movie is notable for being one of the first films to capture the beauty of Oklahoma's vast open spaces. The cinematography is stunning, and the sweeping vistas of Oklahoma's prairies and mountains are breathtaking.

In conclusion, In Old Oklahoma is a classic Western movie that is well worth watching. With its engaging plot, well-acted characters and stunning cinematography, it's a great example of the genre. Whether you're a fan of John Wayne or Western movies in general, In Old Oklahoma is a must-see.

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Description
  • Release Date
    1943
  • MPAA Rating
    Passed
  • Runtime
    1 hr 42 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.4  (1,453)