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Release Year1924
Runtime1h 00m
LanguageNo Language
CertificationNR
GenresWestern
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DirectorEdward Sedgwick
WritersEdward Sedgwick, Raymond L. Schrock
TypeFeature Film
Rating7.0 out of 10
Cast8 credited
Also Known As40-Horse Hawkins
About 40-Horse Hawkins
Luke Hawkins, the jack-of-all-trades of the western town of Lariat, falls in love with Mary Darling, the leading lady in a traveling theatrical troupe (of the old-fashioned "mortgage melodrama" variety). He follows her to New York, takes another series of jobs, and finally works as an extra in Mary's new production. Just as the play is about to flop, Luke recognizes Mary, and his rush to take her in his arms turns the show into a hit.
Directed by Edward Sedgwick, 40-Horse Hawkins leans on a strong ensemble — Hoot Gibson, Anne Cornwall, Richard Tucker — 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 1924.
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