Paradise Canyon
Directed by Carl PiersonJohn Wyatt is a government agent sent to smash a counterfeiting operation near the Mexican border. Joining Doc Carter's medicine show they arrive in the town where Curly Joe, who once framed Carter, resides.
- Mister ArnJuly 7, 2025“Paradise Canyon” is an early John Wayne Western that sticks closely to the B-movie formula. The story, centered on a counterfeiting ring and a traveling medicine show, is thin but moves at a brisk pace. With a short runtime, there’s little room for character development, but plenty of galloping horses and quick action. It's light, fast, and forgettable, best viewed as a glimpse into Wayne’s early screen presence rather than for its storytelling.
Paradise Canyon Trivia
Paradise Canyon was released on July 20, 1935.
Paradise Canyon was directed by Carl Pierson.
Paradise Canyon has a runtime of 52m.
Paradise Canyon was produced by Paul Malvern.
John Wyatt is a government agent sent to smash a counterfeiting operation near the Mexican border. Joining Doc Carter's medicine show they arrive in the town where Curly Joe, who once framed Carter, resides.
The key characters in Paradise Canyon are John Wyatt (John Wayne), Linda Carter alias Princess Natasha (Marion Burns), Henchman Red (Reed Howes).
Paradise Canyon is rated Not Rated.
Paradise Canyon is an Action, Western, Drama film.
Paradise Canyon has an audience rating of 2.6 out of 10.