Given the job of medical officer at a western fort in which his predecessors did little to prove the worth of their profession, Francis shows himself to be a capable doctor and slowly wins the faith of the residents. But his liberal-mindedness soon works against him when he treats members
of the local Kiowa tribe. The hardened soldiers stop trusting him, apparently with good reason because the Kiowas join a band of Comanches to invade the fort. But Francis' tactics prove the best medicine when he ends the raids by helping the Kiowas once again. Strong characterizations and capable
direction keep the plot from becoming too bogged down. Low-budget director Karlson, w...
Released:
1954
Rated:
NR
Length:
84 mins