When it’s the tired comic spectacle of rich old men degrading themselves for more money and fame and power, does it much matter if it’s done poorly or with chic? In some ways the chic is more offensive.

The War Wagon is an entertaining, exciting western drama of revenge, laced with action and humor.

No masterpiece, but very engaging.

This is a typical John Wayne role, and that’s a good thing, as the actor was generally best when playing a larger-than-life hero with quick fists, a testy temper, and a sly wit.