Still,Wayne recorded an intro toGunsmokeas a favor to leading man James Arness.
Aside fromGunsmoke, another of the major Western shows from this period wasWagon Train.
Not only is he billed under a different name, but Wayne’s face is obscured throughout his scene.
Regardless,it’s impossible not to recognize Wayne’s unique drawl and walk throughout this flashback.
John Ford directed John Wayne in 14 movies, starting withStagecoachin 1939 and ending with 1963’sDonovan’s Reef.
This also includes some flashbacks, including an encounter with Wayne’s General Sherman.
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Just like hisWagon Trainappearance, Wayne’s role in “Flashing Spikes” is another cameo.
Just like hisWagon Trainappearance, Wayne’s role in “Flashing Spikes” is another cameo.
The series highlights themes of perseverance, camaraderie, and the diverse stories of the travelers.
Wagon Train is a Western TV series that aired from 1957 to 1965, following the adventures of a wagon train heading west from Missouri to California. The show stars Ward Bond as Major Seth Adams and Robert Horton as scout Flint McCullough, depicting the challenges and interactions faced by pioneers on their perilous journey. The series highlights themes of perseverance, camaraderie, and the diverse stories of the travelers.
