
Happy Hanes, a ranch hand, comes between a crooked foreman and the new ranch owner Frances Powell. The foreman and his "half-breed" accomplice Cholo kidnap Frances.
Directed by Roy Clements, The Double O leans on a strong ensemble — Jack Hoxie, Evelyn Nelson, William Berke — 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 1921.
Read More on the Blog
Loading reviews…
Monte Walsh and Chet Rollins are long-time cowhands, working whatever ranch work comes their way, but "nothing they can't do from a horse." Their lives are divided between months on the range and the occasional trip into town. Monte has a long-term relationship with prostitute Martine Bernard, while Chet has fallen under the spell of the widow who owns the hardware store. Camaraderie and competition with the other cowboys fill their days, until one of the hands, Shorty Austin, loses his job and gets involved in rustling and killing. Then Monte and Chet find that their lives on the range are inexorably redirected.
Get weekly picks and blog posts in your inbox.
Live availability isn't tracked for this title yet — try these popular platforms: