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American Empire (1942)

Richard Dix as Dan Taylor and Preston S. Foster as Paxton Bryce are two longtime friends seeking their fortune in Texas after the war. The two men decide, not without problems, to establish a cattle empire. Paxton becoming too ambitious, distances himself from Dan and Abby, Paxton's wife. It will only be after a personal tragedy that he will come back to his senses.

  • Western

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Richard DixRichard DixDan Taylor
  • Photo of Leo CarrilloLeo CarrilloDominique Beauchard
  • Photo of Preston FosterPreston FosterPaxton Bryce
  • Photo of Frances GiffordFrances GiffordAbigail 'Abby' Taylor, Dan's Sister
  • Photo of Robert BarratRobert BarratCrowder, Small Rancher
  • Photo of Jack La RueJack La RuePierre - Beauchard Henchman
  • Photo of Guinn 'Big Boy' WilliamsGuinn 'Big Boy' WilliamsSailaway
  • Photo of Cliff EdwardsCliff EdwardsRunty
  • Photo of Merrill RodinMerrill RodinPaxton Bryce Jr.
  • Photo of Chris-Pin MartinChris-Pin MartinAugustin - Beauchard Henchman

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