Quick Summary
An affluent rancher embarks on a relentless pursuit of an ex‑Confederate outlaw and his gang after they abduct his fiancée during their journey to California. The chase spans the rugged frontier, highlighting the harsh realities of the Old West. The narrative is presented as a traditional Western.
About This Program ✦
Gun Fury is a Western film presented as a programme. It follows the conventions of classic frontier cinema, concentrating on law, revenge and the unforgiving landscape of the West. The central figure is a prosperous rancher whose actions drive the story forward. When his fiancée is taken by a gang of outlaws led by an ex‑Confederate soldier, the rancher embarks on a relentless chase. The abductors seize her while she is travelling to California, prompting the rancher to pursue them across rugged terrain. His determination to rescue his beloved forms the core of the narrative, as he confronts the outlaw and his companions. The film unfolds against the vast backdrop of the American frontier, moving through remote towns and open plains. The conflict pits the affluent rancher against a hardened criminal element, underscoring the stark contrast between wealth and lawlessness. As a Western, Gun Fury employs the genre’s familiar visual style and pacing, delivering a straightforward tale of pursuit and redemption.
Gun Fury broadcasts on Film4 +1 at 4:20pm, Thursday, 5 February 2026. (Subtitles)


