The Lion's Den (1936 film)

The Lion's Den is a 1936 American Western film directed by Sam Newfield (credited as "Sherman Scott") and starring Rin Tin Tin, Jr., Conway Tearle, and Joan Barclay. The film was produced by William Steiner for the Reliable Pictures Corporation. It is a B-movie Western notable primarily for featuring Rin Tin Tin, Jr., the offspring of the famous German Shepherd dog actor Rin Tin Tin.

The film's plot revolves around a rancher (played by Tearle) fighting to protect his land and family from unscrupulous villains. Rin Tin Tin, Jr. plays a key role as the rancher's loyal dog, assisting in foiling the antagonists' plans and generally proving his canine heroism. Joan Barclay plays the female lead, often in a damsel-in-distress capacity.

Critically, The Lion's Den is not considered a particularly distinguished example of the Western genre. It was a low-budget production aimed at Saturday matinee audiences. Despite this, it remains of some historical interest due to its connection to the Rin Tin Tin legacy and its representation of the types of inexpensive Westerns that were common during the 1930s. The film is available on various home video formats and streaming platforms.