Short Grass(1950) Apr 2026

Set in New Mexico during the transition to a more civilized era marked by the oncoming railroad, the story follows (Rod Cameron), a drifter who gets caught in the crossfire of a saloon robbery.

Using money found on a dead man during the robbery, Steve becomes Pete's partner to buy prime grazing land (short grass). However, he is forced to flee after killing a ruthless rancher's brother in self-defense. Short Grass(1950)

as Chris Christofferson, a role he played years before his fame as "The Skipper" on Gilligan's Island . Production Details Set in New Mexico during the transition to

After being wounded, Steve is nursed back to health by Sharon Lynch (Cathy Downs) and her father, Pete Lynch (Stanley Andrews). as Chris Christofferson, a role he played years

The film is highly regarded by Western enthusiasts for its "deep" cast of veteran character actors. as Steve Llewellyn, the rugged protagonist.

as Sharon Lynch, the female lead who hates frontier violence.

as Sheriff Ord Keown, the aging but tough lawman. Morris Ankrum as Hal Fenton, the primary antagonist.