The Lusty Men

The Lusty Men

A Fast Buck... A Fast Bronc... A Fast Thrill!

1952 · 113 min · ★ 6.7 · Drama, Western

Retired rodeo champion Jeff McCloud agrees to mentor novice rodeo contestant Wes Merritt against the wishes of Merritt's wife who fears the dangers of this rough sport.

Directed by Nicholas Ray · Written by Claude Stanush

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