Helltown - A Classic John Wayne Western with a Dark Twist

In this gritty Western from 1937, John Wayne stars as Dare Rudd, a gambler and outlaw who returns to his hometown of Trinidad to settle a debt with a saloon owner. Along the way, he teams up with a young and innocent cowboy named Tom Fillmore, played by Johnny Mack Brown. Together, they navigate the treacherous terrain of Helltown, a lawless place where danger lurks around every corner.

As Dare and Tom try to stay one step ahead of the law, they discover that there is more to Trinidad than meets the eye. The town is controlled by a corrupt sheriff and a wealthy rancher who will stop at nothing to maintain their power. With the help of a feisty saloon singer named Bess, played by Marsha Hunt, Dare and Tom take on the ruthless leaders of Helltown in a battle for justice.

With a darker tone than many of John Wayne's other Westerns, Helltown is a gripping tale of greed, corruption, and redemption. The film also features strong supporting performances from John Carroll as the corrupt sheriff and Cy Kendall as the villainous rancher. Don't miss this classic Western with a twist, as John Wayne proves once again why he was one of Hollywood's biggest stars.