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A cattle baron has trouble controlling his wife and daughter.
Genre: Westerns
Rating: NR
Release Date: 11-OCT-2005
Media Type: DVD

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John Wayne's most popular vehicle of the 1960s is a broad, boisterous comedy-Western and a family movie in every sense--in subject matter, casting, personnel, and the audience it aims to bear-hug. Wayne and his Quiet Man partner Maureen O'Hara reprise their large-boned lovers' quarrel in a Wild West variation on The Taming of the Shrew, while a cast of familiar supporting players do their best to avoid becoming collateral damage.

The picture is fascinating as an attempt to adjust and update the Duke as all-American icon. Rancher George Washington McLintock owns most of the town that bears his name, but James Edward Grant's screenplay is at didactic pains to establish the benevolence and socio-political enlightenment of his reign. G.W.'s former Indian foes have become his pals, he enjoys nothing so much as playing chess with his Jewish merchant buddy (Jack Kruschen), and he's tolerant--as his fellow landowners are not--of the homesteaders crowding into the territory. In what now seems like prescience about where things were headed in the 1960s, he even does his best to achieve rapport with (gasp!) impatient youth.

McLintock! was the first movie produced by eldest son Michael Wayne, and the first major assignment for director Andrew V. McLaglen (son of Quiet Man costar Victor). It steals like a bandit from a host of much better movies, but the Duke's great good humor and professionalism redoubtably anchor the proceedings. --Richard T. Jameson

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McLintock! has long been available only in coarse, pan-and-scan public-domain videos, but the Authentic Collector's Edition from Paramount restores its original Panavision format and proper Technicolor luster. But after the banquet of informative extras accompanying the previously released The High and the Mighty and Island in the Sky, the side dishes on McLintock! seem a mite skimpy.

"The Batjac Story" on H&M recounted the founding and operating style of producer-star John Wayne's company; "The Batjac Story, Pt. 2" on this DVD is focused on elevating the memory and standing of the late Michael Wayne, Duke's eldest son, a production assistant on earlier Batjac endeavors and the duly credited producer of the later ones, starting with McLintock!. Even at 15 minutes this hagiography outstays its welcome, thanks to a plethora of cliche testimonials and a shortage of Michael-with-dad stills to throw onscreen.

Leading lady Maureen O'Hara and screen daughter Stefanie Powers contribute reminiscences of the making of McLintock!, with O'Hara remarkably forthright in asserting her irresistibility as a costar, and Powers setting a land record for show-business bromides collected in one place and number of times she says the cast and crew were "like a family." More satisfying is "A Good Ol' Fashioned Fight," a colloquy of stuntmen and stunt directors blustering about the staging of fistfight scenes. Host Leonard Maltin's introductions are more satisfying than those on H&M; here he's greatly helped by not having to pretend that this is one great motion picture we got here, folks. He and the marvelously droll film historian Frank Thompson supply running commentary, supplemented occasionally by excerpts from O'Hara, Michael Pate (who played the old Indian chief in the movie), Michael Wayne, and others. Maltin and Thompson know their stuff, and are especially gratifying in their loving attention to unsung character actors and atmosphere people. --Richard T. Jameson

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Aspect Ratio ‏ : ‎ 2.35:1
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
MPAA rating ‏ : ‎ Unrated (Not Rated)
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 5.75 x 0.25 inches; 1.44 Ounces
Item model number ‏ : ‎ 2238202
Director ‏ : ‎ Andrew V. McLaglen
Media Format ‏ : ‎ Multiple Formats, Color, NTSC, Special Edition, Widescreen, Collector's Edition
Run time ‏ : ‎ 2 hours and 7 minutes
Release date ‏ : ‎ October 11, 2005
Actors ‏ : ‎ John Wayne, Maureen O'Hara, Patrick Wayne, Stefanie Powers, Jack Kruschen
Subtitles: ‏ : ‎ English
Language ‏ : ‎ Unqualified, English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono), English (Dolby Digital 5.1)
Studio ‏ : ‎ Paramount
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B000ANVPPQ
Writers ‏ : ‎ James Edward Grant
Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 1

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Phyllis M Long

My absolute favorite John Wayne movie.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on December 5, 2022

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My favorite John Wayne movie. It’s just like watching it in a movie theater. The original full length version which is hard to find.

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This Is A Five Star Movie! But Amazon Needs To Ensure Reviews Are Relevant To The Version Being Reviewed!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on June 8, 2008

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14 February 2015 Update: While editing this review to correct a spelling error and add the click option for other films mentioned, I was extremely pleased to discover that on 20 May 2014 the Blu-ray edition (" McLintock! - Authentic Collector's Edition [Blu-ray ]") was released, but disappointed that I never got notified by Amazon about the release. I immediately ordered a copy! That is how much I enjoy this movie. Unfortunately, the reviews for the Blu-ray version are exactly the same as you would find for the multiple listings (different DVD releases).

Please do not confuse consumer complaints, and their one star reviews about the quality of the DVD and or picture, with the QUALITY of this DVD version. " McLintock! (Authentic Collector's Edition) " is one of John Wayne's best movies, combining comedy--for which Wayne was not well recognized--and western genres. "McClintock (The Family Authorized Edition)(VHS)" was the second John Wayne movie (" Stagecoach [VHS ]," his finest, being the first) I showed my three sons as I introduced each of them to the wonder of the greatest film star of all time. While I feel that " The Quiet Man (60th Anniversary Special Edition) [Blu-ray ]" (additionally see: " John Ford: Dreaming the Quiet Man (Documentary Feature) [Blu-ray ]"), also with Maureen O'Hara, is the film Wayne should have won the Oscar for Best Actor, and rivals and parallels " McLintock! (Authentic Collector's Edition) ," the " The Quiet Man (60th Anniversary Special Edition) [Blu-ray ]" is more for adults than the entire family. I loved " McLintock! (Authentic Collector's Edition) " when I saw it on the big screen in 1963, I was thrilled when it came out in VHS (although the quality was bad until John Wayne's family arranged for an official edition of the film to be released), and I am honored to own " McLintock! (Authentic Collector's Edition) ". I just wish that AMAZON.COM would differentiate reviews for each version (Amazon has listed no less than ten versions of "McClintock" either by title or as part of a multiple film set--as of 2/14/2015] of a movie, as most of the bad reviews of movies are about the disk quality or some other aspect of the product, and not about the movie itself. Hence, the overall reviewer rating for " McLintock! (Authentic Collector's Edition) " is three stars [now closer to four stars--2/14/15), mostly, if not entirely, because previously released versions had major quality issues. [And I want to emphasize that I fully agree that any problems--including bad quality--should be reported in reviews so potential buyers know about the problems. However, reading a review that the quality of the "item" is bad, does not help me if I want to know which versions of the item are bad and which are not bad because all the reviews are combined; something that frustrates me to no end. The same problem exists in terms of bonus features, as some versions have them but others do not; and assuming the Blu-ray version has them can be a huge mistake as I have personally experienced; although time has prevented me from writing reviews for some time now.--Updated: 14 February 2015] But those bad reviews serve to inhibit people from buying the "McLintock! (Authentic Collector's Edition)" version. Granted, quality is an issue; but one that needs to be addressed to the studios, not the movie. Thus, if I need a lift, I turn to "McLintock! (Authentic Collector's Edition)," because it has humor, sarcasm, and hope--not because the quality of the disk or features are less than desired.

This delightfully wonderful film essentially spawned a new genre, western comedies, which ultimately lead to Lee Marvin's Oscar for Best Supporting Actor ("Cat Ballou"). "McLintock! (Authentic Collector's Edition)" also reunited John Wayne with Maureen O'Hara, one of the few actors who could push Wayne to do his best work--in deed, I would include all of their (I believe eight) movies in the top 20 movies John Wayne made. I would like to note that this was NOT their last movie together as stated in other reviews--"Big Jake" (1971) being one that comes to mind immediately.

While Amazon's review pans the bonus features--again, something that has nothing to do with how great the film is--I found them quite entertaining and interesting.

Update--1 July 2008: If this review was not helpful to you, I would appreciate learning the reason(s) so I can improve my reviews. My goal is to provide help to potential buyers, not get into any arguments. So, if you only disagree with my opinion, could you please say so in the comments and not indicate that the review was not helpful. Thanks.

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kone

Western Comedy John Wayne Style

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 24, 2011

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I saw this movie on TV in the mid-sixties, when it was a two-night movie spectacular. I loved it then, and I still get a kick out of it today. Sure, it's a farce, it's sexist, and it's not politically correct, but it's also a lot of fun. Wayne pretty much plays himself in this comedy, co-starring the fiesty and lovely Maureen O'Hara. This was the fourth pairing of the two stars, (previously they appeared together in Rio Grande, The Quiet Man, The Wings of Eagles), and their on-screen chemistry is real and intense. The two carry this movie on their collective shoulders without slouching. Their on-going relationship battle is the framework from which this movie moves forward, and is akin to the chess game that Wayne plays early on in the film: one makes a move, and the other reacts (usually in a very funny way). It is not meant to be a serious film whatsoever; it was made for fun, a chance to pair Wayne with Maureen again, and with Wayne being film money magnet, a chance for the production company to turn a nifty profit.

It has been written that at some point in John Wayne's career, he started to become the characters he played on the big screen - life imitating art. Perhaps this film begins the transformation process. Through the character of McClintok, Wayne dispenses his views on what it means to be a man, what a man-woman relationship should be, the role of government in life, his view of politicians, freedom, self-expression, and even race relations. O'Hara, every bit Wayne's equal in this film, shows her natural fiestiness, and what every woman wants in her man - someone who will pursue her with passion, manliness, and romance.

The supporting cast is a pretty good one, with Yvonne D'Carlo, Patrick Wayne, Steffanie Powers, Chill Wills, Jerry Van Dyke (Dick's brother), and Edgar Buchanan (Uncle Joe of Petticoat Junction fame).

The film is noted for its unforgetable and oh so fun mud fight, and the grande finale, when Wayne chases down O'Hara on main street at high noon, in order to give her a public spanking, and winning her back to his side in the process. During the film, O'Hara's character, Katie, says she wants a cultured, sensitive man, yet, what she really wants is Wayne to show her in a demonstrative way that he loves her, is devoted to her, and will still romance her. Fittingly, the showdown on main street, has Wayne doing just that, although in his unique manly way.

There's nothing profound here, no dramatic acting or academy awards, just a fun film with two stars that shine like bright headlights.

kone

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C. Szolc

Not Wayne's Best

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 30, 2022

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Wayne and O'Hara are always fun together. Powers is beautiful. Patrick Wayne isn't bad.

Mix in some Quiet Man, some Chisum, some Big Jake, a bit of Alamo, a modicum of Red River, then steal some from Support Your Local Sheriff; you get McClintock. Nothing is done badly, but nothing is particularly notable. Fun light comedy.

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Khristine Jackson

He was ..Tall ..Rugged and .. a Man's Man

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on February 26, 2021

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Growing up and watching this legendary men on screen , reinforced my idea.. that Hollywood. Was so right and placing him in movies. Yes he was rather controversial and even larger than life due to the genre that he excelled in. His legacy is sealed in Film, his five living children out of 7 that are still alive deceased (Micheal d 2003,Mary Antonia d 2000). There are many who question the fact that he romanced White women,, but married only Latina females ? He also spoke fluent Spanish that was a rarety among white males at the time in 1930's.. Some accuse him of being a bigot. But all in all he was an American icon. He has a grand son (Brendan Wayne b 1972) from one of his daughters ..that is an actor (Couples Retreat,Fast & the Furious, The Mandalorian ) that recently everyone has learned that was his blood relation. His adult son's have acted as well ..and you saw the very handsome Patrick Wayne. This movie will always be in the top 10 of his features . I have had a crush on him since I was a little girl ..an no matter what people say. He will always have that charm.. that bravado.. In this movie he returns to co starring with the great Maureen O'Hara. They co-starred in "The Quiet Man".. I believe that is tied with this one as favorites. I love the story.. the Western stars ..that shine. If you love the "Old West".. then please ad this film to your list...

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J. Hayes

DVD fine - Blu ray not so much!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on December 1, 2014

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This review concerns ONLY the Scandinavian Blu ray/DVD combo release. At the time of writing this edition was available at a quite low price, which was really just as well. I have other films released in this series and am quite pleased with them, but this McLINTOCK! release is not without problems, all of which are on the Blu ray disc. I've no complaints about the DVD as it's more or less the same as the DVD we've had for some time - minus English subtitles, of course.
There are two problems, both of which are apparent within a few minutes of the film starting. After the the credits, it will become apparent that there has been no attempt at restoration - not that this is in itself a fault, it's just disappointing. But the first thing you will notice is the colour and contrast, which are inferior to the DVD version - compare them and see! The second thing is really weird. The image is stretched. Presented in the 2.35: 1 aspect ratio, the DVD picture looks correct. The Blu ray, however has the image slightly squashed from top to bottom,making the actors look fatter than they should be. The aspect ratio of the Blu ray, unlike the 2.35:1 of the DVD, is closer to 2.55:1. I view films on a Philips 21:9 TV and the DVD image fills the screen on the 21.9 setting. To correct the distorted image on the Blu ray, I have to change the picture setting to 'Super Zoom 16:9' - not something I normally have to do for commercial DVD or Blu ray releases.
This may not bother most people, but it's something to bear in mind if you decide to buy this version. Sadly, the recent US release is region 'A' locked, so I guess we're stuck with this one until a UK region 'B' one becomes available.

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Jacqueline

Rubbish

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on August 23, 2022

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Well what can I say apart from the description given must have been written by an estate agent, as it was not what it said. The DVD was tinned sound, crackling, poor quality. Not at all what was advertised. I know second hand but come on. Thrown it away. Don't buy from this seller!

Spike Owen

Why does it have to be you that stirs me?

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on June 4, 2011

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McLintock! is directed by Andrew V. McLaglen and written by James Edward Grant. It stars John Wayne, Maureen O'Hara, Yvonne De Carlo, Patrick Wayne and Stefanie Powers. Music is by Frank De Vol and cinematography by William H. Clothier. It's a Panavision/Technicolor production and locations used for the shoot were Nogales, Old Tucson and San Rafael Ranch State Park, Arizona, USA. A loose reworking of William Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew, plot finds Duke Wayne as cattle baron George Washington McLintock, whose estranged wife Katherine (O'Hara) returns with daughter Becky (Powers) to the family town after a two year absence. Having left George originally on suspicion of him committing adultery, she now wants a divorce and with it full custody of Becky. George isn't keen on the idea and Katherine's arrival in town also signals the arrival of chaos.

Produced out of John Wayne's own Batjac Productions company, McLintock! became one of Wayne's most successful and popular movies of the 60's. Played for laughs, film sees Wayne surrounded by family and friends and this shines thru in the final product. It looks, and was, a fun production, its values may be dated a great deal now, but it's easy to see why the paying public warmed to it. Wayne is in his element as the tough, hard drinking and no nonsense title character, and those playing off of him are in tune with what's needed to make the comedy work. The action is well staged by McLaglen, especially a free for all punch up at a mud pit, and Clothier's photography beautifully brings the Arizona locales out from the screen. A touch too long at just over two hours, it still manages to last the course to deliver the goods for the western/comedy seeker. 7/10

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rbmusicman/and/movie-fan'

'SLAPSTICK'

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on April 22, 2013

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'John Wayne' for me, the ultimate cowboy, his swagger and screen
presence made him a favourite for many.
this '1963' movie loosely based on 'Shakespear's' 'The taming of
the Shrew'
'John Wayne' again teaming up with 'Maureen O'hara' in this he's
a wealthy rancher and property owner, even the town bares his name
'McClintock'
he plays hard and drinks hard, doing things his way......however
his estranged wife 'Kate' turns up in town wanting a divorce and
to try an persuade daughter 'Becky' to live with her, 'Becky who is
on her way back home to live with her father.
things ain't gonna be the same, the war of words is about to erupt.
'John Wayne' is no stranger to comedy, though I do prefer his role
in films such as 'The Cowboys' 'The Shootist ' and 'True Grit' among
many.
this a light-hearted romp of 'slapstick' 'bickering' and fists flying
hardly a classic, it does however have it's comic moments.
the picture quality is superior to the 'DVD' version....it is region 'A'

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H. Hopkins

Blu-ray Perfection!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on November 29, 2014

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This region free US import Blu-ray of Wayne's greatest comedy western is an absolute beauty to behold. Restored I believe from the original film elements owned by the John Wayne estate and his personal production company Batjack, the film has never looked better than this. "McLintock" was plagued by copyright issues and bootleg dogs for years, but now returns in all its full length Panavision glory and joyfully reunited with composer Frank De Vol's riotous original score. Wall to wall cheesy, Wayne does the best impression of himself in big lug mode ever seen on screen! The quality of the picture is absolutely astonishing, and looks like a brand new movie! Acres of extras and behind the scenes gossip. Simply terrific fun!

Roger Hopkins

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Format	Multiple Formats, Color, NTSC, Special Edition, Widescreen, Collector's Edition
Contributor	Patrick Wayne, Bruce Cabot, Strother Martin, Perry Lopez, Andrew V. McLaglen, Edgar Buchanan, John Wayne, Jerry Van Dyke, Yvonne De Carlo, Stefanie Powers, Jack Kruschen, Chill Wills, James Edward Grant, Maureen O'Hara See more
Language	English
Runtime	2 hours and 7 minutes