After robbing a Mexican bank, Dad Longworth takes the loot and leaves his partner Rio to be captured, but Rio escapes and searches for Dad in California.
One-Eyed Jacks follows the story of Rio (played by Marlon Brando), a bank robber who is betrayed by his partner, Dad Longworth (Karl Malden), and sent to prison. After escaping, Rio seeks revenge on Dad, who has since taken on a life of respectability as a sheriff in a small town. The film explores themes of betrayal, vengeance, and the consequences of a life of crime, culminating in a tense showdown between the two former allies. Brando's direction adds a unique depth to this classic Western, making it a compelling tale of moral conflict and redemption.