The Naked Spur

The Naked Spur

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1953 · 91 min · ★ 7.0 · Western

A bounty hunter trying to bring a murderer to justice is forced to accept the help of two less-than-trustworthy strangers.

Directed by Anthony Mann · Written by Sam Rolfe

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