Gunfight at Comanche Creek
Directed by Frank McDonaldIn 1875 a murderous outlaw gang breaks criminals from jail, uses them to help in crimes, and then kills them for the reward, when it goes high enough.
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- Magnus PardeOctober 6, 2025While 'Gunfight at Comanche Creek' often has the look and feel of a budget-conscious TV movie of its era, it's held together by a surprisingly firm story. The plot, involving a gang that breaks criminals out of jail only to kill them for their bounty, provides a solid framework for this classic Western. Audie Murphy, as the undercover agent Bob Gifford, is still a magnetic presence on screen. However, his performance here feels a bit detached and unusual at times, carrying a weariness that almost seems to hint at a man suffering from post-traumatic stress, adding an unintentional layer of depth to his character. Rounding out the cast, DeForest Kelley is a standout as one of the villains. His sharp features and intense gaze are perfectly suited for a classic Western antagonist, making him a memorable and effective foil. Overall, while it may not be a top-tier Western, its solid plot and interesting performances make it worth a watch.
Gunfight at Comanche Creek Trivia
Gunfight at Comanche Creek was released on November 6, 1963.
Gunfight at Comanche Creek was directed by Frank McDonald.
Gunfight at Comanche Creek has a runtime of 90m.
Gunfight at Comanche Creek was produced by Ben Schwalb.
In 1875 a murderous outlaw gang breaks criminals from jail, uses them to help in crimes, and then kills them for the reward, when it goes high enough.
The key characters in Gunfight at Comanche Creek are Bob 'Gif' Gifford aka Judd Tanner (Audie Murphy), Amos Troop (DeForest Kelley), Bill 'Kid' Carter (Ben Cooper).
Gunfight at Comanche Creek is rated Not Rated.
Gunfight at Comanche Creek is a Western, Drama, Crime film.
Gunfight at Comanche Creek has an audience rating of 4.5 out of 10.