Review of The Sons of Katie Elder (1965) by Kari S — 21 Jun 2007

A classic western about a family of strong men who gather after their mother's death.

This review of The Sons of Katie Elder (1965) was written by Kari S on 21 Jun 2007.

The Sons of Katie Elder has generally received positive reviews.

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By Ricardo O (219) on 17 Dec 2010

One of Duke's best westerns. This was when he was at his peak between 1956 and 1969…

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By Donna S (314) on 23 Oct 2009

John Wayne plays John Elder the oldest of the boys. They return home for their mom's funeral…

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By Scott R (2,451) on 26 Apr 2014

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By David B (3,254) on 30 Apr 2011

John Wayne and Dean Martin take on the badguy who killed their father and swindled their mother, some good characters and funny moments, though…

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By Tonypolito (147) on 15 Aug 2010

Wayne & Co. deliver well this mid-Century Western, based on true facts surrounding the Marlow Brothers of Oklahoma, circa 1888…

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By Kevin S (2,121) on 04 Jun 2012

The sons of Katie Elder has at the begining her three sons having to attend her funeral after her untimely death which they find out their…

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By Michael Y (583) on 22 Dec 2010

John Wayne and three other amigos, including Dean Martin, star in a Western murder mystery where it would seem like many people could be a…

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For a man who had just had a battle with cancer (though it would return) The Duke was in fine form in this film from director Henry Hathaway,…

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By Ellie H (42) on 02 Feb 2010

Yes I know, John Wayne, but then again Dean Martin - good film and some good memories, and of course some bad - a nostalgic film…

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By Daniel K (1,478) on 26 May 2010

3: There are sections that reminded me of McClintock!, which is a good sign…

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