The Mysterious Desperado Explained

The Mysterious Desperado is a 1949 American Western film.^[1] The Los Angeles Times reported that "Tim Holt Westerns have attained a good standard which is adequately maintained" in the film.^[2]

Plot

Tim Holt and his partner, Chito Rafferty, investigate when Rafferty's uncle is killed and his son disappears, leaving Rafferty the possible heir to the estate.^[3]

Cast

• Tim Holt as himself^[3]
• Richard Martin as Chito Rafferty^[3]
• Movita Castaneda as Luisa^[3]
• Edward Norris as Ramon^[3]

Notes and References

1. Richard Jewell & Vernon Harbin, The RKO Story. New Rochelle, New York: Arlington House, 1982, p. 239.
2. News: Baby Racket Themes Film. Schallert, Edwin.. Oct 29, 1949. Los Angeles Times. 10.
3. News: Tim Holt Starred In Western At Ritz. The Anniston Star. March 12, 1950. Alabama, Anniston. 24. Newspapers.com. June 4, 2016.