The War Wagon
An ex-con seeks revenge on the man who put him in prison by planning a robbery of the latter's stagecoach, which is transporting gold. He enlists the help of a partner, who could be working for his nemesis.
Critics Sentiment
Jackson and Lomax spring trap killing wagon drivers
Taw Jackson returns to his hometown after prison
The film builds from a slow start to exciting climactic action, with the biggest jump occurring during the final assault sequence which critics considered the film's highlight.
The War Wagon starts slowly but gains momentum through strong Wayne-Douglas chemistry and caper elements, building to an action-packed climax that critics universally praised. While the ending feels somewhat empty to reviewers, the middle sections showcase effective western adventure with good humor and ensemble work. The film succeeds as solid entertainment despite not reaching the heights of Wayne's greatest westerns.
Full cast
Showing 20 of 30
John Wayne
Taw Jackson
Kirk Douglas
Lomax
Howard Keel
Levi Walking Bear
Robert Walker Jr.
Billy Hyatt
Keenan Wynn
Wes Fletcher
Bruce Cabot
Frank Pierce
Joanna Barnes
Lola
Valora Noland
Kate Fletcher
Bruce Dern
Hammond
Gene Evans
Deputy Hoag
Terry Wilson
Sheriff Strike
Don Collier
Shack
Sheb Wooley
Snyder
Ann McCrea
Felicia
Emilio Fernández
Calita
Frank McGrath
Bartender
Chuck Roberson
Brown / Mustachioed guard at blown bridge
Boyd 'Red' Morgan
Early
Hal Needham
Hite
Marco Antonio
Chief Wild Horse
Crew
Write a Review
Rate each story beat:
