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The True Story of Jesse James (1957)

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15:50-17:40 Tue 24th Mar 2026 95m
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Synopsis

The True Story of Jesse James (1957) box art Robert Wagner stars as Jesse James in director Nicholas Ray's nuanced retelling of the notorious bank robber's life story. Chronicling Jesse's final 18 years, the film sheds light on the circumstances, experiences and events that led to his transformation from simple farm boy to trigger-happy outlaw. The high-powered cast includes Hope Lange, John Carradine, Agnes Moorehead and Jeffrey Hunter as Jesse's older brother, Frank.