The Cowboys (VHS Tape)

In The Cowboys, directed by Mark Rydell, the legendary John Wayne takes on a role that is both beloved and deeply surprising. This film, released on VHS by Warner Home Video on December 7, 2006, marks a pivotal moment in Wayne's career as it challenges the typical heroic narrative associated with his characters. Wayne portrays Wil Andersen, a rancher who finds himself in a deadly situation when he leads eleven boys on a cattle drive, only to confront a menacing antagonist played by Bruce Dern. The plot thickens as the boys are forced to band together in the face of adversity after the unthinkable happens to their leader. Notably, The Cowboys is now a hard-to-find classic, having gone out of print and no longer in production, making it a true collector's item. While some critiques point to the film's lack of excitement, standout performances from the younger cast members, including A. Martinez and Robert Carradine, anchor the movie with memorable moments. This blend of intense storytelling and a remarkable cast has solidified The Cowboys as an essential piece in John Wayne’s filmography and a noteworthy entry in the western genre. Movie Genre: Western Actors: Alfred Barker Jr., Bruce Dern, Colleen Dewhurst, John Wayne, Roscoe Lee Browne Running Time: 135 minutes Release Date: 07 Dec, 2006 Format: VHS Tape Catalog No.: 15183 Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 4 x 1.1 inches; 2.4 ounces Studio: Warner Home Video Format: Color, Dolby, HiFi Sound, NTSC Contributor: A Martinez, Alfred Barker Jr., Allyn Ann McLerie, Bruce Dern, Charise Cullin, Charles Tyner, Chuck Courtney, Clay O'Brien, Colleen Dewhurst, Collette Poeppel, Fred Brookfield, Gary Epper, Henry Wills, J.R. Randall, Jerry Gatlin, Jim Burk, Joe Yrigoyen, John Wayne, Kent Hays, Larry Finley, Larry Randles, Lonny Chapman, Maggie Costain, Margaret Kelly, Mark Rydell, Matt Clark, Mike Pyeatt, Nicolas Beauvy, Norman Howell, Norman Howell Sr., Richard Farnsworth, Rita Hudis, Robert Carradine, Roscoe Lee Browne, Sam O'Brien, Sarah Cunningham, Sean Kelly (II), Slim Pickens, Stephen R. Hudis, Steve Benedict, Tap Canutt, Tony Epper, Wallace Brooks, Walter Scott See more Manufacturer: Warner Home Video UPC: 085391518334 Global Trade Identification Number: 00085391518334 Condition Note: New / Old Store Back Stock. Out of Print.

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