This film essentially begins with a retired Texas Ranger by the name of "Captain Oren Hayes" (Pat O'Brien) traveling to Nevada to see his daughter "Hannah Rose" (Kristin Harmon) and her husband "Jeff Rose" (Ricky Nelson). When he gets there, he discovers that his son-in-law is running for town mayor but is being bullied by the incumbent who has the backing of a heavy-handed sheriff named "Clyde Barnes" (Jack Elam) and a corrupt judge by the name of "Amos Polk" (Andy Devine). So, after sizing up the situation, Captain Hayes decides to call upon his old colleagues to help out. What he doesn't realize, however, is just how much they've aged since their days of glory. Now, rather than reveal any more, I will just say that this was a cute little comedy which utilized a number of prominent actors who have long since passed their prime with Walter Brennan (as "Nash Crawford") and Chill Wills ("Gentleman George Askew") standing out the most, in my opinion. Be that as it may, I think that those viewers who are looking for a decent Western comedy could certainly do a lot worse, and I have rated it accordingly. Slightly above average.
