A Lawless Street

A Lawless Street

Year: 1955

Runtime: 78 mins

Language: English

Director: Joseph H. Lewis

Western

When a determined marshal decides to drive a ruthless criminal gang from his town, he is forced to confront the dark secrets of his own past. Amid relentless gunfire, fleeting luck, and the lingering presence of the woman who haunts him, his resolve is tested as he battles both outlaws and inner demons.

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Trace every key event in A Lawless Street (1955) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.

1

Introduction of Marshal Calem Ware

Calem Ware is introduced as the marshal trying to maintain peace in the lawless town of Medicine Bend. He faces the challenge of keeping order while avoiding being killed by hostile elements. The town's unrest sets the stage for the ensuing conflicts.

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2

Arrival of the Show Troupe

A traveling show troupe arrives in town, reuniting Ware with someone from his past. This event introduces new characters and rekindles old relationships that will impact the storyline.

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3

Reunion with Old Flame Tally Dickenson

Ware reconnects with his former love, Tally Dickenson, amidst the town's chaos. The reunion adds emotional depth and complicates Ware's resolve as he navigates past feelings.

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4

Conspiracy Against the Marshal

A secret conspiracy forms between saloon owner Cody Clark and Hamer Thorne, who owns the music hall where Tally appears. They plot to oust Ware, revealing the town's underlying corruption and tension.

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5

Hamer Thorne's Love Affairs

Hamer Thorne is shown to be a charming but manipulative ladies' man, playing multiple women including Tally and Cora Dean. His actions deepen the conflict and threaten alliances within the town.

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6

Fistfight with Dooley

Ware engages in a brutal fistfight with Dooley, the brother of a man Ware previously killed in self-defense. The fight earns Dooley's respect, and he unexpectedly becomes Ware's ally, shifting dynamics.

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7

Hiring of the Gunslinger Baskam

Clark and Thorne hire Harley Baskam to kill Ware. Baskam confronts Ware in a gunfight, during which Ware is hit but only rendered unconscious, showing the danger he faces from the conspirators.

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8

Recovery and Preparation for Final Confrontation

Ware recovers in the town jail with the help of friends. He prepares to fight back against Baskam and the conspiracy, setting the stage for the decisive showdown.

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9

Second Showdown with Baskam

Ware confronts and kills Baskam in a second gunfight, avenging the earlier attack. This marks a turning point in restoring justice and order to the town.

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10

Tragic Death of Clark

Hamer Thorne accidentally kills Cody Clark after mistaking a noise for Ware's presence. This incident culminates Thorne's downfall and the collapse of the conspiracy.

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11

Capture of Hamer Thorne

Thorne is caught by a posse after the accidental killing, bringing justice to the town as the conspiracy is dismantled.

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12

Restoration and Resignation

With law and order restored, Ware resigns as marshal. He prepares to leave the town, symbolizing a farewell to his duties and the goal to find personal peace.

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13

Reunion with Tally

Ware reunites with Tally, his long-secret wife, highlighting the emotional resolution of the story. They look forward to renewing their relationship away from the town's chaos.

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