Zorros Fighting Legion | 5 | The Decoy | 1939 | Action | Western | Adventure | Serial
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Zorro’s Fighting Legion: Chapter 5 – The Decoy (1939)
Directors: William Witney & John English
Studio: Republic Pictures
Starring: Reed Hadley (as Don Diego/Zorro), Sheila Darcy, William Corson
Release Year: 1939
Runtime: ~19 minutes
Format: Black & White | Mono | Serial Chapter
Country: United States
Language: English
Genres: Action | Western | Adventure | Serial
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📽️ Plot Summary:
In Chapter 5: The Decoy, Zorro and his legion uncover a trap laid by Don Del Oro to lure them into an ambush. In order to outmaneuver the enemy, Zorro devises a counter-trap of his own—using himself as bait. The episode builds tension through a game of strategy, disguise, and misdirection, culminating in a daring rescue and explosive cliffhanger.
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🗡️ Key Highlights:
Zorro allows himself to be captured as a decoy to discover the enemy’s lair.
A traitor within the ranks begins to sow distrust.
Features a suspenseful wagon ambush and narrow escape.
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🎬 Trivia:
This chapter showcases Zorro’s tactical mind more than his swordplay.
It’s the first time Zorro uses a double to confuse his enemies.
Shot on location in California’s Iverson Ranch—popular with Republic serials.
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