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Destry rides again

by George Marshall, Felix Jackson, Gertrude Purcell, Henry Myers, Joe Pasternak

DramaJudicial errorWestern filmsFrontier and pioneer lifeFeature filmsRevenge

As Destry, a mild-mannered deputy who doesn't like guns, Stewart is called to restore order to the hopelessly corrupt frontier town of Bottleneck. Though reluctant to undertake such an enormous task, he's soon roped into action after meeting the seductive Frenchy (Dietrich), an alluring saloon girl who belts out unforgettable show-stoppers like "The Boys in the Back Room," while winning the hero's heart.

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Book data: Open Library