The Return of Frank James (1940) Laserdisc

The Return of Frank James (1940) Laserdisc

The Return of Frank James (1940) is a Western directed by Fritz Lang and serves as a sequel to Jesse James (1939), picking up after the death of Jesse at the hands of the Ford brothers. The film follows Frank James as he emerges from hiding to seek justice for his brother's murder, navigating legal troubles and a changing West. Balancing themes of vengeance and redemption, the story unfolds with action, courtroom drama, and personal struggle. Henry Fonda stars as Frank James, with Gene Tierney in her film debut as reporter Eleanor Stone, and John Carradine portraying Bob Ford.