McLintock! (1963)
John Wayne and Maureen O'Hara ignite the screen in this rowdy, laugh-filled Western comedy about a cattle baron, a custody battle, and frontier chaos.
McLintock! - Movie Information
- Original Title: McLintock!
- Release Year: 1963
- Directed by: Andrew V. McLaglen
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Western, Comedy
- Age Rating (US): NR
- Runtime: 2h 7m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): November 12, 1963 (Brazil), November 13, 1963 (United States - NR), March 6, 1964 (Germany - 6), January 29, 1964 (France), February 28, 1964 (Italy)
- Alternative Titles: Маклинток: Една чаровна крадла (BG), McLintock - Ein liebenswertes Raubein! (DE), 铁汉雌虎 (CN), Barão do Gado (BR), McLintock, o Magnífico (PT)
- Production Companies: United Artists, Batjac Productions
- Production Countries: United States of America
McLintock! - Plot
Aging rancher and self-made man, George Washington McLintock is forced to deal with numerous personal and professional problems. Seemingly everyone wants a piece of his enormous farmstead, including high-ranking government men and nearby Native Americans. As McLintock tries to juggle his various adversaries, his wife—who left him two years previously—suddenly returns. But she isn't interested in George; she wants custody of their daughter.
McLintock! - Trailer
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Never such a tender love story! Never such a savage showdown! Never such restless natives!
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McLintock! - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Andrew V. McLaglen
Main Cast
- John Wayne
- Maureen O'Hara
- Patrick Wayne
- Stefanie Powers
- Jack Kruschen
- Chill Wills
- Yvonne De Carlo
- Jerry Van Dyke
- Edgar Buchanan
- Bruce Cabot
Writers
- James Edward Grant
Producers
- Michael Wayne
McLintock! - FAQs
Who are the main actors in McLintock!?
McLintock! stars John Wayne as the powerful cattle baron George Washington McLintock and Maureen O'Hara as his fiery estranged wife Katherine. The supporting cast includes Patrick Wayne, Stefanie Powers, Chill Wills, Yvonne De Carlo, Jerry Van Dyke, and Edgar Buchanan.
What is the famous mud pit scene in McLintock!?
The mud pit brawl is one of Hollywood's most beloved slapstick sequences. A massive free-for-all fight sends nearly the entire cast tumbling into a giant mud pit, delivering chaotic, laugh-out-loud comedy. The scene became iconic and remains one of the most quoted and celebrated moments in classic Western comedy history.
What is McLintock! about?
McLintock! follows wealthy rancher George Washington McLintock as he navigates land disputes with government officials and Comanche neighbors while his estranged wife returns — not for reconciliation, but to claim custody of their daughter. The film blends frontier conflict with rowdy domestic comedy and broad slapstick humor.
When was McLintock! released?
McLintock! was released on November 13, 1963, in the United States. It also opened in Brazil on November 12, 1963, followed by France in January 1964, Italy in February 1964, and Germany in March 1964.
Is McLintock! based on a true story?
McLintock! is not based on a true story. Screenwriter James Edward Grant crafted an original screenplay, though the film draws loose thematic inspiration from Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew. The characters and events are entirely fictional, set against a broadly drawn American frontier backdrop.
Where can I stream McLintock! online?
McLintock! is available to stream on several platforms, including Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+, and Philo. It can also be rented or purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Free ad-supported viewing is available on The Roku Channel and Fandango at Home Free.
Who directed McLintock! and who wrote it?
McLintock! was directed by Andrew V. McLaglen, who had a long working relationship with John Wayne. The screenplay was written by James Edward Grant, another frequent Wayne collaborator. The film was produced by Michael Wayne and released through United Artists via Batjac Productions, Wayne's own production company.
How long is McLintock! and what is its age rating?
McLintock! has a runtime of 2 hours and 7 minutes. The film carries a Not Rated (NR) classification, as it predates the modern MPAA rating system. Its content features broad slapstick comedy, frontier action, and mild adult humor generally considered suitable for family viewing.
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