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Carry On Cowboy
1965 93 min United Kingdom 12+
★6.6
Comedy, Western
Director: Gerald Thomas
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Description
Stodge City is in the grip of the Rumpo Kid and his gang. Mistaken identity again takes a hand as a 'sanitary engineer' named Marshal P. Knutt is mistaken for a law marshal. Being the conscientious sort, Marshal tries to help the town get rid of Rumpo, and a showdown is inevitable. Marshal has two aids—revenge-seeking Annie Oakley and his sanitary expertise.
Starring
Sidney James
Actor
Kenneth Williams
Actor
Jim Dale
Actor
Key opinion
Carry On Cowboy is viewed as a standard entry in the franchise that leans into Western tropes with varying levels of success. While some viewers appreciate the dedicated performances from the cast, others find the narrative thin and the humor repetitive.
| Acting | The core ensemble of Sid James, Kenneth Williams, and Joan Sims delivers reliable and committed performances that anchor the comedic proceedings. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay is criticized for being thin and lacking a substantial narrative foundation, leading to a repetitive comedic experience. | |
| Acting | The film's attempts at American accents are inconsistent and detract from the overall immersion. | |
| Humor | The comedic quality is polarizing; some find the performances consistently funny, while others feel the humor is dull and redundant. | |
| Runtime | Opinions on the film's structure are divided, with some critics viewing the length as unnecessary, while others appreciate the leaner, more focused approach compared to previous entries. |