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Underrated John Wayne Movies Worth Watching
By SAMUEL STONE
Dark Command
Watching Wayne reunite with "Stagecoach" co-star Claire Trevor and square off against the film's villain (expertly played by Walter Pidgeon) make this film a must-see.
Reap the Wild Wind
This underrated film offers fans an opportunity to watch Wayne play a much more morally ambiguous character than the noble leading roles he became known for.
The Fighting Seabees
While the film’s racist overtones make it harder for modern audiences to digest, it still stands as one of Wayne's stronger WWII films and more nuanced roles.
Back to Bataan
In his most realistic war film, The Duke delivers one of his most grizzled and raw performances as he visibly dirties himself gamely splashing through the wilderness.
The High and the Mighty
In this 1954 ensemble disaster movie — which he also produced — Wayne shows off his dramatic chops while playing off an impressive cast.