Stagecoach 1939 John Ford's landmark Western revolves around an assorted group of colorful passengers aboard the Overland stagecoach bound for Lordsburg, New Mexico, in the 1880s. An alcoholic philosophizer (Thomas Mitchell), a lady of ill repute (Claire Trevor) and a timid liquor salesman (Donald Meek) are among the motley crew of travelers who must contend with an escaped outlaw, the Ringo Kid (John Wayne), and the ever-present threat of an Apache attack as they make their way across the Wild

STAGECOACH ('39), John Ford's masterpiece, has been lauded as one of the most influential films ever made. Ford took a chance on a little-known actor named John Wayne. Cast members recall Ford saying of Wayne, "He'll be the biggest star ever because he is the perfect everyman." STAGECOACH makes it FMC premiere tonight at 8p ET, and plays all month long on FMC. 🎬 | FMC