The Cowboy Counsellor 1932
"NEW AND DIFFERENT HOOT GIBSON AS A LAWYER WHO DOESN'T KNOW A THING ABOUT LAW."
In "The Cowboy Counsellor (1932)", Hoot Gibson stars as a charming yet clueless con artist who stumbles into the role of a lawyer—despite knowing absolutely nothing about the law.
Director: George Melford
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Cowboy Counsellor (1932) about?
This 1932 Western follows a clever con man who poses as a lawyer to sell fake law books, only to find himself in over his head when he must defend an innocent man accused of robbery. It's a mix of humor and high-stakes drama set against the backdrop of the Old West.
Who directed The Cowboy Counsellor?
George Melford directed The Cowboy Counsellor, bringing his experience in Westerns to this lighthearted yet suspenseful tale.
Who stars in The Cowboy Counsellor?
The film stars Hoot Gibson, Sheila Bromley, Jack Rutherford, Skeeter Bill Robbins, and Al Bridge in key roles.
Is The Cowboy Counsellor (1932) worth watching?
While it doesn't have an IMDb rating, this 62-minute Western offers a fun mix of humor and drama, perfect for fans of classic cowboy films. Gibson's charm and the film's clever plot make it a standout in early talkie Westerns.
How long is The Cowboy Counsellor?
The Cowboy Counsellor runs for 62 minutes.
About The Cowboy Counsellor (1932) — A Hilarious Western Twist on Frontier Justice
In "The Cowboy Counsellor (1932)", Hoot Gibson stars as a charming yet clueless con artist who stumbles into the role of a lawyer—despite knowing absolutely nothing about the law. Directed by George Melford, this lighthearted Western blends slapstick humor with unexpected stakes when the faux lawyer must defend an innocent man falsely accused of robbery. Shot in 62 minutes of pure Old West charm, the film captures the rugged spirit of early cinema while poking fun at the absurdity of justice in a lawless land. The atmosphere is lively, the dialogue snappy, and Gibson's signature cowboy swagger keeps the energy high even as the plot takes a serious turn.
Sheila Bromley and Jack Rutherford round out the cast as key players in this fish-out-of-water tale, where outdated legal tactics collide with frontier justice. With themes of redemption and quick thinking under pressure, "The Cowboy Counsellor" delivers a unique twist on the classic Western formula.