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The Persuader
“The Power That Tamed a Killer West!”
7.5 / 10• 1957• 1h 12m•NR• English
Western
Storyline
In one of his rare movie starring assignments, William Talman (Hamilton Burger on TV's Perry Mason) plays a dual role in The Persuader. Talman is seen as gunslinger Matt Bonham and his twin brother, preacher Mark Bonham. When Mark is killed by outlaw leader Bick Justin, Matt takes his brother's place in the pulpit, ramming the Fear of God down the throats of the wanton townspeople. Impressed by Bonham's courage, the townsfolk begin to follow the straight and narrow path.
Cast & Crew
William Talman
Matt Bonham / Mark Bonham
Lead
James Craig
Bick Justin
Kristine Miller
Kathryn Bonham
Darryl Hickman
Toby Bonham
Georgia Lee
Cora Nicklin
Alvy Moore
Willy Williams
Gregory Walcott
Jim Cleery
Joyce Compton
Julie
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Dick Ross's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Persuader is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
