The Fiend Who Walked the West 1958
"He breaks a neck and laughs... watch out for yours!"
Step into the gritty world of *The Fiend Who Walked the West* (1958), a tense Western thriller directed by Gordon Douglas.
Director: Gordon Douglas
Cast
Hugh O'Brian
Daniel Slade Hardy
Robert Evans
Felix Griffin
Dolores Michaels
May Matthewson
Linda Cristal
Elena Hardy
Stephen McNally
Marshal Frank Emmett
June Blair
Saloon Girl
Edward Andrews
Judge Parker
Ron Ely
Deputy Jim Dyer
Ken Scott
Paul Finney
Emile Meyer
Ames, Head Prison Guard
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Fiend Who Walked the West (1958) about?
This gripping 1958 Western follows a bank robber in prison who faces a far greater terror when a violent inmate begins targeting his family and allies. As the walls close in, he must outmaneuver a predator who thrives on chaos and cruelty.
Who directed The Fiend Who Walked the West?
The film was directed by Gordon Douglas, known for his sharp eye for suspense and his ability to blend drama with Western grit.
Who stars in The Fiend Who Walked the West?
Hugh O'Brian leads the cast as the imprisoned bank robber, joined by Stephen McNally as the menacing antagonist, Dolores Michaels, Linda Cristal, and June Blair.
Is The Fiend Who Walked the West (1958) worth watching?
If you love classic Westerns with an edge of psychological tension, this film delivers a tense, morally complex ride. While it doesn't have a rating to quantify its impact, its stark atmosphere and strong performances make it a hidden gem worth exploring.
How long is The Fiend Who Walked the West?
The film runs for 101 minutes, packing its thrilling story into a tight, engaging runtime.
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About The Fiend Who Walked the West (1958) — A Prison Western Where the Real Monster Walks Free
Step into the gritty world of *The Fiend Who Walked the West* (1958), a tense Western thriller directed by Gordon Douglas. The story follows a bank robber languishing in prison, desperate for freedom, only to find himself trapped in a nightmare when a violent, unstable inmate sets his sights on him. As the psychotic prisoner turns on his wife and annihilates his allies, the convicted man's fight for justice becomes a desperate struggle for survival. This 1950s Western crackles with raw tension, exploring themes of vengeance, isolation, and the dark corners of human nature.
Gordon Douglas crafts an atmosphere thick with dread and moral complexity, where every shadowy corridor and quiet moment hums with unspoken menace. Hugh O'Brian headlines as the beleaguered protagonist, flanked by a standout cast that includes Stephen McNally as the deranged antagonist and Dolores Michaels adding emotional depth. With its stark contrast between the untamed frontier and the prison walls that constrain its characters, *The Fiend Who Walked the West* delivers a Western unlike any other—where the real enemy isn't the law, but the chaos lurking within.
