“Stay Away, Joe” is a 1968 Western comedy film starring Elvis Presley. The film was directed by Peter Tewksbury and based on a novel of the same name by Dan Cushman. It was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) and is considered one of Presley’s lesser-known films.
In “Stay Away, Joe,” Elvis Presley plays the role of Joe Lightcloud, a Native American rodeo rider who returns to his family’s reservation in Arizona after a stint in the rodeo circuit. He is tasked with rounding up their cattle, which have wandered off. The film revolves around Joe’s humorous attempts to manage the situation while dealing with various challenges, including his romantic entanglements with several women and the cultural clash between the Native American and white communities.
The film is notable for its light-hearted tone and comedic elements, typical of many of Presley’s movies. However, it received mixed reviews from critics and wasn’t as successful as some of his earlier films. Despite its reception, “Stay Away, Joe” still holds a place in Elvis Presley’s filmography as a unique entry that combines Western, comedy, and musical elements.
