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Release Year1957
Runtime1h 12m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationNR
GenresWestern
Votes2
DirectorDick Ross
WritersDick Ross, Curtis Kenyon
TypeFeature Film
Rating7.5 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsThe Persuader
About The Persuader
In one of his rare movie starring assignments, William Talman (Hamilton Burger on TV's Perry Mason) plays a dual role in The Persuader. Talman is seen as gunslinger Matt Bonham and his twin brother, preacher Mark Bonham. When Mark is killed by outlaw leader Bick Justin, Matt takes his brother's place in the pulpit, ramming the Fear of God down the throats of the wanton townspeople. Impressed by Bonham's courage, the townsfolk begin to follow the straight and narrow path.
Directed by Dick Ross, The Persuader leans on a strong ensemble — William Talman, James Craig, Kristine Miller — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about western titles of 1957.
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