Question 1

What was the original casting plan for McQ before John Wayne took the lead role?

Accepted Answer

The film was originally intended as a vehicle for Steve McQueen, but was heavily rewritten for John Wayne.

Question 2

What serious health crisis did John Wayne face during the film's preview period?

Accepted Answer

When the film was previewed in January 1974, John Wayne was being treated for pneumonia in London and became seriously ill after appearing on PARKINSON, damaging a heart valve from coughing.

Question 3

What personal connection did John Wayne have to the boat featured in the film?

Accepted Answer

The boat that McQ lives on actually belonged to John Wayne.

Question 4

What was significant about John Wayne's age and role in this film?

Accepted Answer

John Wayne was 66 when he played a cop for the first time, and both he and co-star Eddie Albert (67) were felt to be too old for their characters.

Question 5

What personal life event occurred for John Wayne during the filming of McQ?

Accepted Answer

John Wayne formally separated from his third wife, Pilar Wayne, during filming, although they had not lived together since 1967.

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