“I Shot Billy the Kid” is a notable 1950 western film that features the infamous outlaw. Directed by William Berk and produced in collaboration with Lippert Pictures, the movie was conceptualized from another film “I Shot Jesse James,” completed in 1948. The film stars veteran actor Don “Red” Barry as Billy the Kid, who at the time of filming was 38 years old and sported a hairpiece to play the character. Despite being low budget, the movie manages to narrate a riveting storyline that highlights some of our favorite characters such as Sheriff Pat Garrett, Charlie Bowdre, and Governor Lew Wallace. Overall, the film retains its status as a classic western and is a must-watch for fans of the genre.