Once Upon a Texas Train

Synopsis

In the wild west, a retired Texas ranger, Nash Crawford played by Willie Nelson, must confront his old nemesis, John Henry Lee, a ruthless outlaw who has escaped prison. Tasked with stopping Lee's train robbery plan, Crawford recruits a motley crew of retired lawmen eager to bring justice back to Texas. Filled with action-packed train heists, gunfights, and unexpected twists, Once Upon a Texas Train is a classic western film that captures the essence of the Texas frontier, honor, and redemption.

Cast

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  Willie Nelson

  John Henry Lee

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  Shaun Cassidy

  Cotton

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  Chuck Connors

  Nash Crawford

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  Stuart Whitman

  George Asque

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  Jeb Stuart Adams

  Billy Bates

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  Hank Worden

  Old Timer

Reviews

Once Upon a Texas Train received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the nostalgic homage to traditional westerns and Willie Nelson's on-screen presence, others found the plot predictable and lacking depth. Rotten Tomatoes described the film as 'a decent TV-movie western that is overly clichéd but still entertains with its star-studded cast.' IMDb users rated the film 5.7/10, with many appreciating the film's classic western elements and Willie Nelson's performance. Metacritic's review mentioned, 'Once Upon a Texas Train delivers what fans of the genre expect, but falls short of offering anything new or groundbreaking.' Overall, the film offers a nostalgic trip to the golden age of westerns, showcasing classic showdowns and thematic elements.