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🎬 Title: Desperate Riders

The Western Lore

Story: Kansas Red finds himself entangled in a predicament after saving young Billy during a card game shootout. The boy pleads for Red’s help in rescuing his mother, Carol, who has recently been kidnapped by the notorious outlaw, Thorn. As the trio embarks on a high-stakes mission to thwart Thorn’s wedding plans, they are joined by the resilient Leslie, who narrowly escaped Thorn’s henchmen. With a flurry of gunfire, the group races against time to confront Thorn—but the question remains: does Carol even wish to be saved?

⭐ Rating: 5.6 (65 votes)

📅 Release date: February 25, 2022

⏱️ Runtime: 1 hour 30 minutes

🎭 Genres: Western, Action, Drama

🎬 Director: Michael Feifer

✍️ Writer: Lee Martin

🌍 Countries: United States

🏢 Production companies: Lionsgate, Grindstone Entertainment Group

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👥 Cast: Drew Waters (Kansas Red), Trace Adkins (Thorn), Tom Berenger (Doc Tillman), Vanessa Evigan (Leslie), Sam Ashby (Billy), Victoria Pratt (Carol), Cowboy Troy (Finnegan), Rob Mayes (Deputy Harris), Peter Sherayko (Linstrom), Erin Bethea (Marianne)

Editor’s note: A quick overview on Desperate Riders (2022): This film is firmly rooted in the Western, Action, and Drama genres but adds a unique flair. Director Michael Feifer prioritizes character development over superficial thrills, revealing deep human stakes through strong performances—especially by Drew Waters, Trace Adkins, and Tom Berenger. With a runtime of 1 hour and 30 minutes, the pacing complements its narrative. While audience reactions vary, it’s best approached for its atmosphere rather than action. The tagline, “The Western Lore,” aptly captures its essence. If the concept intrigues you, consider adding it to your watchlist.

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