Lucky Luke (2009 film)

Lucky Luke is a 2009 French-Argentine Western adventure film directed by James Huth and starring Jean Dujardin, who also co-wrote the screenplay. It is based on the comic series of the same name by Morris. The film includes a cameo by Argentine writer and TV host Alberto Laiseca.

Synopsis
Delegated by US President Winston H. Jameson to secure Daisy Town in order to make the junction of the East-West railway in time, "Lucky" John Luke returns to his hometown, now dominated by the crook Pat Poker. Haunted by old demons, Lucky Luke sees his ambitions to start a new life and "make it clean" soon thwarted by the arrival of old enemies.

Reception
Lucky Luke received mixed reviews. While the direction, visual style and acting received acclaim, the screenplay received criticism.