At Gunpoint 1955
"STARTLING as looking down the barrel of a loaded gun!"
Alfred L. Werker's taut 1955 Western *At Gunpoint* thrusts quiet lives into sudden chaos when a band of bank robbers targets a small-town general-store owner.
Director: Alfred L. Werker
Cast
Fred MacMurray
Jack Wright
Dorothy Malone
Martha Wright
Walter Brennan
Doc Lacy
Tommy Rettig
Billy Wright
Skip Homeier
Bob Dennis
Whit Bissell
Clem Clark
Irving Bacon
Al Ferguson
Jack Lambert
Kirk
John Pickard
Alvin Dennis
Harry Shannon
Marshal Pete MacKay
Frequently Asked Questions
What is At Gunpoint (1955) about?
A general-store keeper in a quiet Western town fires a lucky shot to scare off bank robbers, but when they return for revenge, he's forced to defend his home and livelihood against overwhelming odds.
Who directed At Gunpoint?
Alfred L. Werker directed this tense 1955 Western, known for his sharp handling of suspense and small-scale conflicts.
Who stars in At Gunpoint?
The film features Fred MacMurray as the shopkeeper, joined by Dorothy Malone, Walter Brennan, Tommy Rettig, and Skip Homeier in pivotal roles.
Is At Gunpoint (1955) worth watching?
If you love tight, suspense-driven Westerns with a grounded hero and sharp dialogue, *At Gunpoint* is a gem. Its lean runtime and brisk pacing keep the tension high, making it a satisfying pick for classic film fans.
How long is At Gunpoint?
The film runs 81 minutes, or just over an hour and a half of relentless tension.
About At Gunpoint (1955) — A lean Western where one man's defiance ignites a fight for survival
Alfred L. Werker's taut 1955 Western *At Gunpoint* thrusts quiet lives into sudden chaos when a band of bank robbers targets a small-town general-store owner. Fred MacMurray plays the shopkeeper who, armed only with quick thinking and a lucky shot, sends the criminals packing—only to face their vengeful return. The film crackles with tension in its 81-minute runtime, turning a seemingly ordinary setting into a powder keg of suspense.
Dorothy Malone and Walter Brennan round out the cast as figures drawn into the escalating standoff, while Tommy Rettig and Skip Homeier add youthful intensity to the mix. Shot through with themes of resilience and the unpredictable cost of defiance, *At Gunpoint* delivers a lean, gripping narrative that proves even the smallest act of courage can change everything.
