Great John Wayne quotes, fist fights, and shootouts are found throughout the actor’s filmography.

However, the film doesn’t begin by following Wayne’s character.

Rather, it focuses on the journey of the characters traveling on the stagecoach ahead of his arrival.

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This leads to a scene-stealing moment where the Ringo Kid makes his grand entrance.

From this point on, it’s clear that John Wayne has taken over the movie.

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John Wayne with a rifle in Stagecoach

Stagecoach, directed by John Ford, follows a diverse group of travelers on a stagecoach journey through dangerous Apache territory. As they face the threat of Geronimo, the passengers confront personal challenges and gain insight into each other’s lives amidst the perilous landscape.

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