A Tenderfoot Goes West

Wellington Pike, played by Russell Gleason, is a successful author who leaves his comfortable Eastern life to explore the West he writes about. He quickly discovers that the reality of the wild west is far more chaotic than his literary depictions. Rancher Ann Keith, portrayed by Virginia Carroll, and her crew aim to give Pike a shocking experience, which escalates when gang leader 'Killer' Madden turns staged robberies into actual crimes.

The film features a mix of humor and action, with elements like bank robberies, shootouts, and horse chases. Its portrayal of a dandy in a small western town brings a comedic twist to typical western tropes. With a cast that includes Jack La Rue and Glenn Strange, the film showcases the comedic potential of contrasting a naive author with the rough-and-tumble lives of cowhands and bandits.

Available on DVD, A Tenderfoot Goes West presents a glimpse into the comedic side of the western genre during the 1930s, making it a noteworthy title for collectors interested in vintage films that blend comedy with classic western elements.