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A Walk In The Sun [DVD](1945) DVD
Terrific WWII drama from director Lewis Milestone follows one infantry platoon in battle from the time they land on an Italian beach to their bloody drive to claim an enemy-held farmhouse six miles inland. Top-notch cast includes Dana Andrews, Richard Conte, John Ireland, Lloyd Bridges, Norman Lloyd and Huntz Hall. 112 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English mono; scene access.
Red River [DVD](1948) DVD
Psychologically complex and visually stunning western from Howard Hawks showcases John Wayne as a ruthless rancher moving a huge herd of cattle down the Chisholm Trail to Abilene, Texas. Causing friction is Montgomery Clift, Wayne's adopted son, who, rebelling against Wayne, wants to lead the drive his own way. Joanne Dru, Walter Brennan, John Ireland also star. Standard; Soundtrack: English; Subtitles: English, Spanish, French; scene access.
Raw Deal [DVD](1948) DVD
Knockout film noir involving a gangster seeking revenge after being framed and sent to jail. With help from an innocent woman he seduces, the ex-con carries out his murderous plan of vengeance, eventually coming face-to-face with the pyromaniacal creep responsible for his prison stay. Dennis O'Keefe, Claire Trevor and Raymond Burr star; Anthony Mann directs. 79 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; theatrical trailers; scene access.
Open Secret [DVD](1948) DVD
Powerful film exploring the roots of anti-Semitism focuses on a police officer who is joined by a victimized photographer in busting a gang of racist thugs who have been attacking Jewish citizens. John Ireland, Jane Randolph and Sheldon Leonard star. 68 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English mono. Plays All Regions.
All The King's Men [DVD](1949) DVD
Three Oscars (Picture, Actor, Supporting Actress) went to this drama of a backwoods Southern lawyer who deals his way into the governor's mansion, but cannot control his lust for power. Broderick Crawford stars as the Huey Long-inspired kingpin. Mercedes McCambridge, John Ireland and Joanne Dru; based on the novel by Robert Penn Warren. 109 min. Standard; Soundtracks: English Dolby mono, French, Portuguese, Spanish; Subtitled: English, Chinese, French, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, Thai; production notes; biographies; theatrical trailers; scene access.
The Fast And The Furious [DVD](1954) DVD
On the run from a bogus murder rap, John Ireland steals a Jaguar with owner Dorothy Malone still inside and joins a Pebble Beach road race to slip across the border. Roger Corman wrote and produced this feature, one of the first releases from AIP. 73 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English mono.
Queen Bee [DVD](1955) DVD
Expert tale of deceit and manipulation, Southern style, with Joan Crawford as the rotten Georgia peach married to mill tycoon Barry Sullivan. When a pretty cousin from New York arrives at their home, back-stabbing, illicit love and jealousy follow, with Joan's controlling ways getting the better of everyone--and herself. John Ireland, Betsy Palmer and Lucy Marlow co-star. 95 min.
Gunfight At The O.K. Corral [DVD](1957) DVD
Superbly mounted, landmark western that authentically depicts the famous showdown between Wyatt Earp and "Doc" Holliday and the Clanton Gang, while exploring the friendship between the rugged marshal (Burt Lancaster) and the dentist turned gunfighter (Kirk Douglas). Co-stars Rhonda Fleming, John Ireland; directed by John Sturges and written by Leon Uris. 122 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English.
Spartacus [DVD](1960) DVD
Stanley Kubrick's epic adventure, presented in a restored edition, stars Kirk Douglas as the heroic slave who fights to lead his people to freedom from Roman rule. Included in this new version is the infamous bathing scene between Roman general Laurence Olivier and poet-slave Tony Curtis. With Jean Simmons, Peter Ustinov, Charles Laughton and John Gavin. 196 min. Restored 1991 Super Technirama version; Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital Surround, Dolby Digital stereo, Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English; audio commentary by Douglas, Ustinov, others; scene-by-scene analysis; additional score compositions; restoration demonstration; deleted scenes; newsreel footage; interviews; behind-the-scenes fo
Wild In The Country [DVD](1961) DVD
Clifford Odets wrote the screenplay to this Elvis Presley drama about a troubled backwoods youth whose desire to write is encouraged by a social worker. With Hope Lange, Tuesday Weld, John Ireland. 114 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital Surround, Spanish Dolby Digital mono; theatrical trailer.
Run Man Run [DVD](1968) DVD
While searching for hidden gold, knife-throwing thief Cuchillo must avoid dangerous bandits, a fiendish bounty hunter and his hot-tempered fiancee. Can Cuchillo outrun and outsmart his foes as he races to find the loot? Tomas Milian, Donald O'Brien, Sergio Sollima, and John Ireland star. 121 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: Italian Dolby Digital mono, English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English; alternate title sequence; documentary; interviews; photo gallery; poster gallery; theatrical trailer.
The Mad Butcher (Meat Is Meat) [DVD](1972) DVD
A diabolical shocker with some macabre laughs about a deranged sausage maker from Vienna who adds his wife as an ingredient in his product. He uses more deceased females for his sausages, but his devious plan is halted when a police inspector finds other things in police canteen lunches. Victor Buono and Karin Field star. 81 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; theatrical trailers; bonus shorts; art gallery; radio spots.
Satan's Cheerleaders [DVD](1976) DVD
Scarier than "Porky's"! Funnier than "The Exorcist"! Four lovely high school cheerleaders are kidnapped by the school janitor, secretly a member of a Satanic cult. More horror, comedy, football action and beautiful girls than any one film has a right to have. John Ireland, Yvonne DeCarlo, John Carradine star. 92 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; theatrical trailers; scene access.
Salon Kitty [DVD](1976) DVD
Notorious sexploitation saga from Tinto Brass ("Caligula") delves into the decadence of the Third Reich with a story set in a Berlin brothel in 1939. That's where Nazi soldiers partake in all sorts of perverse pleasures--while they're being spied on by military officials. Ingrid Thulin, Helmut Berger and Theresa Ann Savoy star in this march on the wild side. AKA: "Madam Kitty." 133 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: Italian Dolby Digital mono, English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English; interviews; photo gallery; poster gallery; theatrical trailers; radio spots; DVD-ROM content; more. Two-disc set.
The Swiss Conspiracy [DVD](1977) DVD
In this international thriller, David Janssen plays an investigator hired to keep Swiss bank account holders safe from crooks trying to swipe their cash with an elaborate scheme. Santa Berger, John Saxon and Elke Sommer also star. 88 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English stereo; scene access.
The Shape Of Things To Come [DVD](1979) DVD
Loosely based on H.G. Wells' classic story, this sci-fi epic stars Jack Palance as a despotic madman bent on controlling the galaxy's sole supply of an anti-radiation drug needed for humanity's survival. The only ones standing in his way are a team of scientists and their poetry-spouting robot, who steal an experimental starship and set out to face Palance's massive army of deadly automatons head on. Barry Morse, Carol Lynley, Nicholas Campbell co-star. 98 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital mono, French Dolby Digital mono; poster gallery; photo gallery; TV spot; theatrical trailer.
Kavik, The Wolf Dog [DVD](1980) DVD
A top sled dog named Kavik survives a plane crash in Alaska and is cared for by 12-year-old Andy. But when Kavik's owner claims him and brings him back to Colorado, the feisty canine sets out to return to Andy. Fine family drama stars Andrew Ian McMillan, Ronny Cox, John Ireland; look for an early turn by John Candy. 99 min. Soundtrack: English.
The Incubus [DVD](1982) DVD
A peaceful Midwest town...a baffling series of sex murders...a young man's unsettling nightmares...a demon that feeds on erotic desire! It all adds up to horror in this spine-tingling supernatural thriller. John Cassavetes, Kerrie Keane, John Ireland star. 90 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English; theatrical trailer.
Bloody Movie [DVD](1987) DVD
A deranged killer gets to live out his crazed fantasies while roaming around the abandoned Hollywood estate of a late matinee idol in this witty and underrated 1980s slasher flick. Taking on the guises of the beloved actor's greatest characters, the mysterious madman teaches a variety of victims that life in Tinseltown can be murder. Cameron Mitchell, John Ireland, Aldo Ray, and--in his final film role--Alan Hale, Jr. star. AKA: "Terror Night." 90 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; theatrical trailer.
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The Son Of Monte Cristo [DVD](1940) DVD
Sword-slinging action with Louis Hayward as the son of Edmond Dantes, defending the country and the honor of duchess Joan Bennett against scheming George Sanders in a grand Napoleonic saga. 102 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English mono. Plays All Regions.
Black Dragons [DVD](1942) DVD
Bela Lugosi and Clayton (``The Lone Ranger'') Moore star in this exciting war-time tale about Japanese espionage in America and the ringleader, a Nazi doctor. 60 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English mono. Plays All Regions.
The Far Frontier [DVD](1948) DVD
There's a gang of deadly desperadoes running the most deadly ring of all...smuggling deported owlhoots onto our soil! Only Roy Rogers and Trigger can close the door on `em. Andy Devine, Clayton Moore, and the Riders of the Purple Sage. 53 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English mono.
Riders Of The Whistling Pines [DVD](1949) DVD
Gene Autry must salvage his reputation and clear his name after being wrongly accused of poisoning cattle by a ring of outlaws (Douglass Dumbrille, Damian O'Flynn and Clayton Moore) who are destroying the timberlands. 70 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English mono. Plays All Regions.
The Lone Ranger: Boxed Set [DVD](1950) DVD
"A fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust and a hearty 'Hiyo, Silver!'"... Clayton Moore and Jay Silverheels saddle up to bring justice to the Old West in the beloved frontier drama, one of ABC's few hits in the 1950s. The first 19 color episodes--including "The Wooden Rifle," "White Hawk's Decision," "Ghost Canyon," "The Avenger" and "The Courage of Tonto"--are collected on four discs. 8 1/2 hrs. total. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo; interviews.
Radar Men From The Moon [DVD](1952) DVD
George Wallace stars as Commander Cody, who, together with his two aides and rocket suit, stops a tribe of lunar warlords from conquering the Earth with their atomic gun. With Clayton Moore, Roy Barcroft. 12 high-flying chapters; 159 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English. Plays All Regions.
Buffalo Bill In Tomahawk Territory [DVD](1952) DVD
Clayton Moore ditches his mask as he plays William F. Cody himself, out to make a peace offering to the Sioux in order to keep the trails safe...but an ornery group of Indian impersonators are out to stir up the warpath! 63 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English mono; scene access. Plays All Regions.
The Lone Ranger (Special Edition) [DVD](1956) DVD
Clayton Moore and Jay Silverheels made their feature film debuts as the Lone Ranger and Tonto in this exciting Western drama, as the pair must help stop a range war between settlers and Indians fueled by a villain out to mine silver on Indian land. Lyle Bettger, Bonita Granville co-star. 87 min. Widescreen and Standard; Soundtrack: English mono; interviews; photo gallery; theatrical trailer; scene access. Two-disc set.
The Lone Ranger And The Lost City Of Gold [DVD](1958) DVD
The Masked Rider of the Plains (Clayton Moore) and his faithful Indian ally (Jay Silverheels) saddle up to protect the two surviving owners of a set of five gold medallions that, when placed together, reveal the location of a fabulous treasure. With Douglas Kennedy, Noreen Nash. 85 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo.
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The Red Badge Of Courage [DVD](1951) DVD
Based on Stephen Crane's classic novel of a young boy's coming of age as a Union Army recruit during the Civil War. Audie Murphy is excellent as Henry Fleming, who matures from a timid youth into a self-assured man and, finally, a hero. Also stars Bill Mauldin and Arthur Hunnicutt. 69 min. Standard; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital mono, French Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, Spanish, French; theatrical trailer.
The Duel At Silver Creek [DVD](1952) DVD
A murderous gang of claim-jumpers have marshal Stephen McNally in their pocket, thanks to beautiful leader Faith Domergue, so it falls on deputy Audie Murphy, whose family was killed by the outlaws, to bring them to justice in this frontier drama directed by Don Siegel. 77 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: French, Spanish; theatrical trailer.
To Hell And Back [DVD](1955) DVD
The most decorated soldier of World War II, Audie Murphy, stars as himself in this gritty, unflinching film biography. Follow the exploits of a reluctant, unlikely hero who left his life as a Texas sharecropper to enlist in the army where he would serve in Africa, Italy, France, Austria, and Germany. David Janssen, Marshall Thompson, Charles Drake, Denver Pyle co-star. 107 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: Spanish, French.
Night Passage [DVD](1957) DVD
When Grant McLaine (James Stewart) is entrusted with taking the railroad's payroll to the end of the line, he must face off against his fearsome train-robbing brother, "the Utica Kid" (Audie Murphy). Forced to choose between duty and family, can Grant bring his unlawful sibling to justice? Thrilling western yarn co-stars Dan Duryea, Brandon De Wilde. 91 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: French, Spanish; theatrical trailer. NOTE: This Title Is Out Of Print; Limit One Per Customer.
No Name On The Bullet [DVD](1959) DVD
When notorious gunman-for-hire Audie Murphy arrives in a small frontier town, the locals know he's not there for a vacation. Who Murphy's target is, and the reason behind his mission of death, makes for a compelling western drama. With Joan Evans, Charles Drake, Edgar Stehli. 77 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: Spanish, French; theatrical trailer.
The Unforgiven [DVD](1960) DVD
Sprawling, star-laden saga of two families in 1850's Texas in conflict with the neighboring Indians over suspected half-breed Audrey Hepburn. John Huston directs an impressive cast that features Burt Lancaster, Audie Murphy, Lillian Gish, Charles Bickford and Doug McClure. 125 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital mono, Spanish Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, Spanish, French; theatrical trailer.
Apache Rifles [DVD](1964) DVD
Audie Murphy stars in this exciting, revisionist western as a commander of an Arizona army outpost who despises Native Americans. Murphy's feelings change radically when he falls in love with a half-breed missionary (Linda Lawson), then must stop greedy miners out to start a war with the Apaches. Michael Dante, L.Q. Jones also star. 92 min.
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She [DVD](1935) DVD
H. Rider Haggard's famed novel was the source for this memorable adventure epic starring Randolph Scott and Nigel Bruce as the leaders of an expedition in search of the secret of eternal life. A spectacular avalanche near Manchuria lands them in the underground world of Kor, where they are captured by the followers of the beautiful, immortal "She-Who-Must-Be-Obeyed" (Helen Gahagan). 95 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; scene access.
When The Daltons Rode [DVD](1940) DVD
Whoopie-yi-ti-yo! Here's a fine sagebrush saga about the legendary Dalton gang, a group of siblings whose dealings with crooked railroad officials send them into a life of crime. Broderick Crawford, Brian Donlevy and Stuart Erwin star, with Randolph Scott as the lawyer who decides to give the clan a fair shake. 81 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: Spanish, French.
To The Shores Of Tripoli [DVD](1942) DVD
Spoiled rich youth John Payne finds out a hitch in the Marine Corps isn't the same as a vacation in the Hamptons, but under the eye of D.I. Randolph Scott he becomes a full-fledged leatherneck. Rousing WWII flag-waver also stars Maureen O'Hara, Henry (Harry) Morgan, Maxie Rosenbloom. 86 min. Standard; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital stereo, Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, Spanish; theatrical trailer; interactive menus; scene access.
The Spoilers [DVD](1942) DVD
Yukon gold-mining is the subject of this John Wayne classic that has the Duke protecting his land and his gold. Features an amazing fight scene between Wayne and Randolph Scott. Marlene Dietrich co-stars. 88 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: Spanish, French.
Gung Ho! [DVD](1945) DVD
Randolph Scott, Rod Cameron, J. Carroll Naish and Robert Mitchum star in this blood-and-guts Marine saga which heralds the true story of Carlson's Raiders in the Pacific during World War II. 88 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English mono. Plays All Regions.
Albuquerque [DVD](1948) DVD
In this sagebrush saga, Randolph Scott plays the nephew of a powerful town boss who is attempting to drive a small stagecoach line out of business, forcing Scott to take sides against his unscrupulous uncle. George Cleveland, Russell Hayden, Lon Chaney, Jr., and Barbara Britton also star. 91 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: French, Spanish.
Rage At Dawn [DVD](1955) DVD
When an outlaw gang holes up in a remote mountain range, only Randolph Scott can get them out in this Technicolor Western thriller. Edgar Buchanan, Forrest Tucker also star. 87 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono.
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The John Wayne Collection (Five-Disc Set) [DVD] DVD
Five-disc boxed set includes 10 of the Duke's early features: "The Man from Utah" (1934), "Sagebrush Trail" (1933), "Riders of Destiny" (1933), "The Star Packer" (1934), "The Dawn Rider" (1935), "The Trail Beyond" (1934), "Lawless Frontier" (1934), "Randy Rides Alone" (1934), "Winds of the Wasteland" (1936) and "The Lucky Texan" (1934).
Flying Tigers (1942)/Sands Of Iwo Jima (1949) [DVD] DVD
The Drop Kick [DVD](1927) DVD
Richard Barthelmess is the star drop-kicker and captain of the Shoreham College football team who is falsely accused of murder after his coach kills himself. Barbara Kent, Dorothy Revier and a host of real-life college gridiron greats (among them USC's John Wayne in an unbilled part) star. Color tinted. 62 min. Silent with music score. Standard; Soundtrack: English; scene access. Plays All Regions.
The Big Trail [DVD](1930) DVD
Sprawling frontier epic of the first wagon trail to head West across the Oregon Trail, led by wilderness scout John Wayne (his first starring role). Stunning outdoor photography and a thrilling Indian battle are highlights; with Tyrone Power, Sr., Ward Bond, Marguerite Churchill. Raoul Walsh directs. 108 min. Standard; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital stereo, Dolby Digital mono, Spanish Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, Spanish.
The Star Packer (1934)/The Hurricane Express [DVD](1932) DVD
When U.S. marshal John Wayne rides into the town of Little Rock, which has fallen victim to a gang of nasties headed by a mysterious figure known as "the Shadow," it's up to Wayne and Indian sidekick Yakima Canutt to bring the bad guys into the light of day. With George "Gabby" Hayes, Verna Hillie. Then, the feature-length version of the serial "The Hurricane Express" stars Wayne as the son of a murdered engineer on the title train, the world's fastest. His mission: finish his father's run and catch the killer, a diabolical master of disguise known as "the Wrecker." Great action scenes and a motorcycle chase that Wayne did himself. 136 min. total. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono.
The Three Musketeers [DVD](1933) DVD
Daredevil thrills and spills, as John Wayne and the men of the Foreign Legion battle villainous El Shaitan and his "Circle of Death." Dumas and the desert meet in this Mascot serial, co-starring Raymond Hatton, Creighton (Lon) Chaney, and Noah Beery, Jr. 12 chapters; 210 min. on two discs. Standard; Soundtrack: English. Plays All Regions.
King Of The Pecos [DVD](1936) DVD
Don't mess with the Duke...especially when he's out for revenge! John Wayne is a not-so-naive law student whose parents were killed by a vicious cattle thief and who's ready to lay down the law. With Muriel Evans, Tex Palmer, Cy Kendall. 56 min.
Hell Town [DVD](1937) DVD
One of the Duke's best "B" vehicles finds John Wayne forming a fast friendship with Johnny Mack Brown after he rescues Brown's livestock. Johnny Mack returns the favor when Wayne gets in over his head at the card table. Marsha Hunt, Monte Blue co-star. AKA: "Born to the West." 60 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English mono. Plays All Regions.
Stagecoach [DVD](1939) DVD
John Ford's landmark Western tale, following the dramatic journey of a stagecoach and its drivers and passengers across the plains, features John Wayne in a star-making role as the outlaw Ringo Kid. The marvelous cast includes Claire Trevor, Andy Devine, John Carradine, George Bancroft and Best Supporting Actor Oscar-winner Thomas Mitchell. 96 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English mono: Subtitles: English, French, Spanish; biographies; theatrical trailers; scene access.
Reap The Wild Wind [DVD](1942) DVD
Typically lavish Cecil B. DeMille sea epic, set in the 1840s Florida Keys, with John Wayne as a skipper accused of deliberately wrecking his ship. Paulette Goddard is the salvage boat owner who falls for him, and Ray Milland is the lawyer who comes between them. Exciting underwater scenes include a tussle between the Duke and a giant squid; with Raymond Massey, Robert Preston, Susan Hayward. 124 min. Standard; Soundtracks: English, Spanish; Subtitles: English, French, Spanish; theatrical trailer; scene access.
The Spoilers [DVD](1942) DVD
Yukon gold-mining is the subject of this John Wayne classic that has the Duke protecting his land and his gold. Features an amazing fight scene between Wayne and Randolph Scott. Marlene Dietrich co-stars. 88 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: Spanish, French.
A Lady Takes A Chance [DVD](1943) DVD
John Wayne is a rough and tumble rodeo star and Jean Arthur the big city working girl he meets while she's vacationing out West. After he puts on a display of all the West has to offer, including barroom brawls and gambling dens, Arthur makes way back East...that is, if the Duke can't stop her. With Phil Silvers, Charles Winninger. 86 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital 2.0; interactive menus; scene access.
They Were Expendable [DVD](1945) DVD
Set after the attack on Pearl Harbor, this powerful drama from director John Ford focuses on a squadron of PT boats assigned with defending the Philippines. As lieutenants John Wayne and Robert Montgomery lead their men against the Japanese, they must also fight the military bosses who consider the battle losses to be acceptable. With Ward Bond, Donna Reed. 135 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles: English, French; theatrical trailer.
Dakota [DVD](1945) DVD
Settlers John Wayne and Vera Hruba Ralston come to the wild Dakota Territory with dreams of a new life, but first the Duke has to deal with some rapscallions who are buying up farmland that a planned railroad will run through. With Ward Bond, Walter Brennan, Mike Mazurki. 82 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital Surround; interactive menus; scene access.
Flame Of The Barbary Coast [DVD](1945) DVD
Brawling story of Montana cowpoke John Wayne who falls for beautiful dancehall girl Ann Dvorak in San Francisco. After losing his gambling winnings to a card cheat, Wayne takes some lessons in cards from a professional gambler back home and sets out to get his money back. Joseph Schildkraut, William Frawley star. 91 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo.
Back To Bataan [DVD](1945) DVD
After the Japanese invasion of the Philippines, a U.S. Army colonel (John Wayne) and a Filipino national (Anthony Quinn) organize a ragtag resistance movement to oppose the occupation in this gripping World War II actioner. Beulah Bondi, Paul Fix, and Lawrence Tierney also star. AKA: "The Invisible Army." 95 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, French, Spanish.
Angel And The Badman [DVD](1947) DVD
In an offbeat Western drama that predated "Witness," John Wayne plays a hardened gunslinger who is tamed by strong-willed Quaker girl Gail Russell, but cannot escape his past. With Bruce Cabot, Harry Carey, Jr. 100 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo.
Red River [DVD](1948) DVD
Psychologically complex and visually stunning western from Howard Hawks showcases John Wayne as a ruthless rancher moving a huge herd of cattle down the Chisholm Trail to Abilene, Texas. Causing friction is Montgomery Clift, Wayne's adopted son, who, rebelling against Wayne, wants to lead the drive his own way. Joanne Dru, Walter Brennan, John Ireland also star. Standard; Soundtrack: English; Subtitles: English, Spanish, French; scene access.
Sands Of Iwo Jima [DVD](1949) DVD
One of the all-time great war movies, a moving re-creation of the American assault on Japan in the last days of World War II. John Wayne earned an Oscar nomination for his portrayal of a hard-nosed Marine sergeant; John Agar, Forrest Tucker co-star. Superb battle scenes were filmed at the actual locations. 109 min. Standard; Soundtracks: English, French; Subtitles: English, French, Spanish; "making of" featurette; theatrical trailer; scene access.
She Wore A Yellow Ribbon [DVD](1949) DVD
Memorable look at duty, devotion and honor from director John Ford stars John Wayne as a middle-aged Cavalry captain who, on the eve of retirement, strives to forestall war between Indians and the army. With Joanne Dru, Ben Johnson, John Agar. 103 min. Standard; Soundtracks: English, French; Subtitles: English, French, Portuguese, Spanish; featurettes; theatrical trailer.
The Fighting Kentuckian [DVD](1950) DVD
After helping Andy Jackson take care of the British at the Battle of New Orleans, Kentucky frontiersman John Wayne and sidekick Oliver Hardy head back home by of Alabama, where the Duke comes to the aid of French-born settlers against landgrabbers. With Vera Ralston, Hugo Haas. 100 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English mono; scene access.
Rio Grande [DVD](1950) DVD
The concluding chapter to director John Ford's "Cavalry trilogy" that also included "Fort Apache" and "She Wore a Yellow Ribbon" stars John Wayne as the hardened commander of a remote Army outpost along the Mexican border faced with two crises: marauding bands of Apaches from across the river and the arrival of estranged wife Maureen O'Hara and his son, new recruit Claude Jarman, Jr. With Victor McLaglen, Chill Wills. 105 min. Standard; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital mono, Spanish Dolby Digital mono, French Dolby Digital mono; audio commentary by O'Hara; "making of" documentary; featurette; theatrical trailers.
Operation Pacific [DVD](1951) DVD
World War II drama stars John Wayne as a Navy man caught up in romantic problems with his former wife, nurse Patricia Neal, while trying to take over command of a submarine after captain Ward Bond is hurt. Philip Carey, Scott Forbes co-star. 111 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, Spanish, French, Bahasa, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Thai.
Flying Leathernecks [DVD](1951) DVD
Classic WWII aviation epic stars John Wayne as a "by the book" Marine squadron leader whose harsh treatment of the pilots in his unit causes him to clash with his affable and compassionate second-in-command. With Robert Ryan, Don Taylor, Janis Carter. 102 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, French, Spanish.
The Quiet Man [DVD](1952) DVD
Director John Ford's Oscar-winning rouser stars John Wayne as an American-raised boxer who goes to Ireland to live in the village where he was born. There he falls for feisty Maureen O'Hara and engages town ruffian Victor McLaglen in a classic screen brawl. With Barry Fitzgerald, Mildred Natwick. 129 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; audio commentary by O'Hara; documentary; "making of" documentary; biographies; theatrical trailers.
The Sea Chase [DVD](1955) DVD
John Wayne is the Hitler-loathing skipper of a decrepit German freighter who faces danger and romance as he tries to steer the ship from Australian waters to Chile during World War II. Lana Turner is the spy who loves him and Tab Hunter, James Arness and Paul Fix add able support. 117 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English; Subtitles: English, Spanish, French.
Legend Of The Lost [DVD](1957) DVD
Offbeat adventure saga set in the Sahara Desert, with soldier of fortune John Wayne and Rossano Brazzi searching for a fabled treasure and fighting for the attentions of lovely Sophia Loren. 109 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby mono, French Dolby mono; Subtitles: English, French, Spanish.
The Alamo [DVD](1960) DVD
Rousing battle scenes and some larger-than-life heroes highlight director/star John Wayne's thrilling salute to Texas' battle for independence from Mexico and the fateful last stand at the Alamo. Wayne plays Davy Crockett, with Richard Widmark as Jim Bowie, Laurence Harvey as William Travis, and Richard Boone as Sam Houston. 162 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, French Dolby Digital stereo, Spanish Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, French, Spanish; "making of" documentary; theatrical trailer.
North To Alaska [DVD](1960) DVD
Lusty, brawling epic of prospectors in Gold Rush Alaska stars John Wayne and Stewart Granger as partners who wind up fighting for the hand of lovely Capucine. Fun-filled adventure film also stars Ernie Kovacs, Fabian. 122 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 4.0, Spanish Dolby Digital mono, French Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, Spanish.
The Comancheros [DVD](1961) DVD
First-rate sagebrush action showcasing John Wayne as a Texas Ranger who joins forces with gambler Stuart Whitman to locate the "comancheros," a group of white mercenaries who have teamed with Indians in a guns- and whiskey-smuggling operation. Ina Balin, Nehemiah Persoff, Lee Marvin, Michael Ansara, and Jack Elam also star in the final film of director Michael Curtiz. 107 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 4.0, Spanish Dolby Digital mono, French Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, Spanish; newsreel footage; theatrical trailers.
McLintock! [DVD](1963) DVD
Rousing western-comedy starring John Wayne as a feisty cattleman who finds his life suddenly complicated with the arrival of estranged wife Maureen O'Hara. Seeking a divorce and wanting custody of their teenage daughter, she carries on a battle with Wayne that leads to a famous drag-down muddy brawl. Yvonne DeCarlo, Stefanie Powers, Jerry Van Dyke and Jack Kruschen star in this Movies Unlimited favorite. 126 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English; Subtitles: English; scene access. NOTE: This Title Is Out Of Print; Limit One Per Customer.
How The West Was Won [DVD](1963) DVD
The sprawling story of three generations of 19th-century pioneers, and their odyssey from New England to the frontier, is a true western classic. The all-star cast includes John Wayne, Henry Fonda, Debbie Reynolds, James Stewart, Carroll Baker, Gregory Peck and Lee J. Cobb, and Spencer Tracy narrates. Co-directed by John Ford, Henry Hathaway and George Marshall. 155 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital stereo, French Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles: English, French, Spanish; "making of" documentary. NOTE: This Title Is Out Of Print; Limit One Per Customer.
The Greatest Story Ever Told [DVD](1965) DVD
Magnificent account of the Gospel story, filled with majestic settings and a cast list that reads like a "Who's Who" of film. Max Von Sydow essays the role of Jesus; Jose Ferrer, Charlton Heston, David McCallum, Dorothy McGuire, Sidney Poitier, Telly Savalas and John Wayne also appear. George Stevens directs. 199 min. on two discs. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, French Dolby Digital 5.1; Subtitles: Spanish, French; documentary; "making of" featurette; deleted scene; photo gallery; theatrical trailer.
Cast A Giant Shadow [DVD](1966) DVD
Exciting, star-studded epic focusing on the life of Mickey Marcus, the American war hero recruited by Israel to help strengthen their army against warring Arabs after the country gained its independence in 1948. Kirk Douglas turns in a steely, charismatic performance as Marcus, supported by John Wayne, Frank Sinatra, Angie Dickinson, Yul Brynner and Senta Berger. 142 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby mono, French mono, Spanish mono; Subtitles: English, French, Spanish; theatrical trailer.
The War Wagon [DVD](1967) DVD
John Wayne teams up with roughneck Kirk Douglas to rob a shipment of gold from a heavily protected carrier known as the War Wagon. Howard Keel, Bruce Cabot, Keenan Wynn. 101 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks: English mono, French, Spanish; Subtitles: Spanish; theatrical trailer; scene access.
The Green Berets [DVD](1968) DVD
First major Hollywood production to deal with war in Vietnam. John Wayne leads the Special Forces troops against the deadly and determined enemy. Flame throwers, helicopter crashes, jungle tortures and strafing. 135 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks: English, French, Spanish; Subtitles: English, French, Spanish; filmographies; production notes; scene access; theatrical trailers; documentary.
Hellfighters [DVD](1968) DVD
John Wayne, Katharine Ross, Jim Hutton and Vera Miles star in an exciting contemporary drama about the men who risk their lives fighting oil well fires; Duke's character is based on the legendary Red Adair. 122 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital Surround, Spanish Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: French, Spanish; theatrical trailer; biographies; scene access.
The Undefeated [DVD](1969) DVD
After the Civil War, former Union colonel John Wayne leads his men across the border to deliver 3,000 horses to Mexico, while ex-Confederate colonel Rock Hudson, a rival, takes a group of displaced Southern settlers to the country to make a new home for themselves. After the two groups meet and a drunken brawl breaks out, Wayne tries to save Hudson and his group when they are taken hostage a by a ruthless Mexican military man. Lee Meriwether and football stars Roman Gabriel and Merlin Olsen co-star. 118 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital mono, Spanish Dolby Digital mono, French Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, Spanish.
Rio Lobo [DVD](1970) DVD
Ex-Union officer John Wayne teams up with two former Confederate soldiers to track down a stolen gold shipment and find themselves in the middle of a town's battle with a crooked sheriff. Jennifer O'Neill, Victor French, Jack Elam and Jorge Rivero co-star in this rousing Western tale that was director Howard Hawks' last film. 103 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital Surround, French Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English.
Chisum [DVD](1970) DVD
John Wayne is a peace-minded cattle baron in a territory riddled with corrupt officials. He doesn't want a fight, but he won't run away from one. Sprawling Western with Forrest Tucker, Linda Day. 111 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital mono, French Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, Spanish, French, Japanese.
Big Jake [DVD](1971) DVD
Some desperadoes kidnap a young boy to use as a hostage, but they didn't know the lad's grandfather is John Wayne, and nothing will stop him from rescuing him. Western action as only the Duke could deliver; also stars Maureen O'Hara, Richard Boone, Patrick Wayne, Chris Mitchum. 110 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital Surround, French Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English.
The Cowboys [DVD](1972) DVD
A veteran rancher, played by John Wayne, banks everything on 11 schoolboys he recruits for a dangerous cattle drive. Rambunctious humor and extraordinary thrills are served in this Wayne winner! Bruce Dern, Roscoe Lee Browne. 128 min. Widescreen; Soundtracks: English 5.1, French; Subtitles: English, French; featurette; theatrical trailers; scene access.
Cahill: United States Marshal [DVD](1973) DVD
John Wayne is a devoted lawman who goes head on against a vicious gang of robbers. The trouble is, two of them are his sons! Gary Grimes, Neville Brand, George Kennedy co-star. 102 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital mono, French Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, Spanish, French, Portuguese.
Brannigan [DVD](1975) DVD
The Duke comes to the land of royalty, as Chicago cop John Wayne follows a fleeing racketeer to London. Exciting English locales and a wild pub brawl make for two-fisted action; Richard Attenborough, Judy Geeson, John Vernon co-star. 111 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English mono, French, Spanish; Subtitles: French, Spanish; theatrical trailer.
John Wayne: American Legend [DVD](2003) DVD
One of the most beloved actors in the history of film, John Wayne became a symbol of the American spirit with his westerns and war movies. Rare personal photographs, clips from some of his most celebrated performances, and interviews with Charlton Heston, Ron Howard, Red Buttons, and more take you up close and personal with a true Hollywood icon. 90 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital stereo; featurettes.
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