Death Rides a Horse 1969

Tragic Beginning

Bill, a young boy, witnesses the brutal murder of his father and the horrific gang-rape and murder of his mother and sister. This traumatic experience marks the beginning of his journey fueled by vengeance.

Transformation into a Marksman

Over the next fifteen years, Bill dedicates himself to becoming a skilled marksman, using his pain and anger as motivation. This training prepares him for the confrontation he seeks with those who destroyed his family.

Identifying the Outlaws

During his quest for revenge, Bill remembers the unique marks of each outlaw involved in his family's murder. He recalls a tattoo of four aces, a distinctive scar, an earring, and a skull necklace, but the fifth man remains unknown.

Ryan's Release from Prison

Ryan, wrongfully imprisoned for a robbery he did not commit, is released after fifteen years. His life takes an unexpected turn as he encounters Bill, who is consumed by vengeance.

Encounter Between Bill and Ryan

Bill and Ryan cross paths, revealing Bill's intense rage for revenge. Despite Bill's desire to harm him, Ryan chooses to non-violently engage with Bill, showing he understands the boy's pain.

First Duel: Cavanaugh

While searching for his target, Bill learns about Cavanaugh, the first outlaw on his list. An intense duel ensues, and Bill successfully kills Cavanaugh, but Ryan cautions him about the remaining dangers ahead.

Confrontation in Lyndon City

Ryan heads to Lyndon City to confront Walcott, a banker tied to the past robbery. Bill realizes that he has inadvertently helped Ryan avoid being framed for a crime he didn’t commit during this encounter.

Second Kill: The Man with the Earring

While traveling to a Mexican town, Bill spots the second outlaw marked by a big earring. He confronts and manages to kill him, driving him deeper into his cycle of vengeance.

Buried Alive by Remaining Outlaws

After his confrontation, Bill is captured by the remaining outlaws, who punish him by burying him alive from the neck down. Just when hope seems lost, Ryan arrives for a dramatic rescue.

The Shocking Revelation

After the rescue, Bill notices that Ryan is wearing the skull necklace. This discovery shocks him, leading to a confrontation about Ryan's presence during the original murders, despite his insistence of non-involvement.

Teaming Up Against the Outlaws

Despite the revelation, Ryan offers to stand with Bill in confronting the remaining outlaws. This partnership signifies a shift in their relationship, moving from suspicion to camaraderie.

The Final Showdown

A fierce gunfight erupts during a sandstorm, isolating Bill as the last of his family's killers corner him. Ryan intervenes at a crucial moment, demonstrating loyalty and sacrifice in the heat of battle.

The Tension of Choice

In a moment of extreme tension, both Bill and Ryan confront the last outlaw but are left with only one bullet each. Ryan challenges Bill, leading to a decision that will define their fates and alliances.

Bill's Decision and Departure

Bil decides to fire at the surviving outlaw instead of Ryan, choosing vengeance over friendship. In the aftermath, while acknowledging his scars, Bill rides off into the horizon, leaving behind both the past and Ryan.