Mountie Matt O'Brien is assigned to escort Miss Owens to a remote outpost. But when he finds an illegal mining operation there that is smuggling gold across the border, his superior Sgt. Means orders him to return.
1945 American contemporary US Western film directed by Derwin Abrahams, shot in Cinecolor at Lake Hemet, California. The film stars Bob Steele, Joan Woodbury, and features Madge Bellamy in her final film appearance.
Mountie Matt O'Brien helps Kate Owens with her car troubles. At the headquarters, he's tasked with escorting Kate to her uncle's in Morgan's Post, a remote backwoods area. They travel by horse, and O'Brien is also assigned to investigate why a fellow officer hasn't reported in months and to look into a complaint about a blocked river. The film takes an unexpected turn when a thief steals Kate's suitcase containing $20,000, but the thief is later found dead with the money missing. Upon reaching Morgan's Post, O'Brien faces criticism from Sgt. Means and is ordered to return.
The film features Madge Bellamy, a prominent silent film actress, in her final film role, marking the end of an era in her acting career. Bob Steele was a popular Western star who appeared in over 200 films, mostly B-movies and serials. John Litel was not just an actor but a decorated war hero. He was twice decorated for bravery during World War I, bringing real-life heroism to his on-screen roles.
