
Rancho Notorious (1952) on Netflix
Vern Haskell, a Wyoming ranch hand, is engaged to Beth Forbes. When a store robbery leaves her dead, he hunts the two robbers, following one phrase, Chuck-a-Luck, toward Altar Keane's hideout.
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Plot summary
Vern Haskell works a ranch in Wyoming and plans to marry Beth Forbes. A store robbery ends with her death, and he goes after the two robbers. One of them, Whitey, is dying from a shot in the back when Vern reaches him. His last words send Vern looking for a place called Chuck-a-Luck. Questioning people along the way, Vern hears of Altar Keane, a saloon singer tied to the name. He also learns that the gunslinger Frenchy Fairmont, who once helped her win at Baldy Gunder's rigged wheel, is being held in Gunsight.
Cast
Marlene Dietrichas Altar Keane
Arthur Kennedyas Vern Haskell
Mel Ferreras Frenchy Fairmont
Gloria Henryas Beth Forbes
William Frawleyas Baldy Gunder
Lisa Ferradayas Maxine
- John Ravenas Dealer
Jack Elamas Mort Geary
George Reevesas Wilson
Frank Fergusonas Preacher
Francis McDonaldas Harbin
Dan Seymouras Comanche Paul
Did you know?!Facts and trivia about Rancho Notorious (1952)
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- The film was originally titled Chuck-a-Luck, with "The Legend of Chuck-a-Luck" as its title song, but RKO Pictures head Howard Hughes insisted the name be changed to Rancho Notorious.




























