How John Wayne Almost Starred in the 1946 Western 'Duel in the Sun'

A 1946 classic initially intended to star John Wayne, but became one of the greatest Westerns of all time without him.

Why John Wayne's 'True Grit' Remains the Defining Western Film 57 Years Later

Fifty-seven years ago, True Grit reached theaters and changed the story of John Wayne's career. Released in 1969, the western ...

John Wayne and Gregory Peck both turned down roles in 'High Noon,' the greatest western

A 1952 classic that was named the greatest Western ever made was turned down by John Wayne and Gregory Peck.

Watch John Wayne's 'The Alamo' for Free: From Box Office Flop to Western Classic

A passion project that nearly cost the Hollywood legend millions has since earned a surprising place among the greatest ...

The 1948 co-star John Wayne called too ugly to make it: “You just aren’t a handsome fella”

Feel free to disagree, but John Wayne didn’t become one of the biggest stars of his era because he was handsome. He wasn’t ...