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| − | + | {{Infobox Movie|{{PAGENAME}} | |
| − | [[Image: | + | |name=McQ |
| − | + | |picture=Mcq.jpg | |
| − | + | |caption=''Theatrical Release Poster'' | |
| − | + | |country=[[Image:USA.jpg|border|23px]]United States | |
| + | |director=[[John Sturges]] | ||
| + | |date=1974 | ||
| + | |studio=Batjac Productions | ||
| + | |distributor=Warner Brothers | ||
| + | |character1=Det. Lt. Lon "McQ" McHugh | ||
| + | |actor1=[[John Wayne]] | ||
| + | |character2=Manny Santiago | ||
| + | |actor2=[[Al Lettieri]] | ||
| + | |character3=Toms | ||
| + | |actor3=[[Clu Gulager]] | ||
| + | |character4=Sgt. Stan Boyle | ||
| + | |actor4=[[William Bryant]] | ||
| + | |character5=Capt. Edward Kosterman | ||
| + | |actor5=[[Eddie Albert]] | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | '''''McQ''''' is a 1974 American neo-noir crime drama directed by John Sturges (''[[The Magnificent Seven]]'', ''[[The Great Escape]]'', ''[[The Eagle Has Landed]]'', ''[[Ice Station Zebra]]'', ''[[Joe Kidd]]''), the first crime film starring [[John Wayne]] set in the contemporary era. After turning down ''[[Dirty Harry]]'', Wayne witnessed the movie go onto enjoy unexpected box office success. As a result, Wayne would star in two modern police dramas back to back. ''McQ'' was first followed by ''[[Brannigan]]'' in 1975. In addition to Wayne, the film also stars [[Eddie Albert]], [[ Clu Gulager]], [[Al Lettieri]], [[Roger E. Mosley]], and [[Colleen Dewhurst]]. ''McQ'' was filmed on location in Seattle in the summer of 1973. | ||
| + | {{Film Title}} | ||
| + | __TOC__<br clear=all> | ||
| + | {{spoiler}} | ||
| + | =Submachine Guns= | ||
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== MAC-10 == | == MAC-10 == | ||
| − | McQ ([[John Wayne]]) | + | McQ ([[John Wayne]]) purchases a [[MAC-10]] from the gun shop after his service revolver is confiscated. He uses it during the climactic chase on the beach. It is referred to as an "Ingram" and stated to be chambered in 9mm (although the actual screen-used weapon is in .45 ACP). |
| − | [[Image:McQMAC-10.jpg|thumb|none|400px|MAC-10 used by [[John Wayne]] in the film - .45 ACP. Suppressor is not the original. Image | + | [[Image:McQMAC-10.jpg|thumb|none|400px|MAC-10 used by [[John Wayne]] in the film - .45 ACP. Suppressor is not the original. Image courtesy of Long Mountain Outfitters.]] |
| − | [[Image:Mc20.jpg|thumb|600px|none|McQ ([[John Wayne]]) testing the weapon at the | + | [[Image:Mc20.jpg|thumb|600px|none|McQ ([[John Wayne]]) testing the weapon at the gun shop.]] |
[[Image:Mc26.jpg|thumb|600px|none|McQ takes aim at a carload of gangsters.]] | [[Image:Mc26.jpg|thumb|600px|none|McQ takes aim at a carload of gangsters.]] | ||
[[Image:Mc28.jpg|thumb|600px|none|McQ ([[John Wayne]]) takes down the last remaining mobsters.]] | [[Image:Mc28.jpg|thumb|600px|none|McQ ([[John Wayne]]) takes down the last remaining mobsters.]] | ||
[[Image:Mc29.jpg|thumb|600px|none|]] | [[Image:Mc29.jpg|thumb|600px|none|]] | ||
| − | + | ||
| + | =Handguns= | ||
== Browning Hi-Power == | == Browning Hi-Power == | ||
| − | McQ ([[John Wayne]]) buys a [[Browning Hi-Power]] from the same | + | McQ ([[John Wayne]]) buys a [[Browning Hi-Power]] from the same gun shop after having his last remaining revolver is confiscated by the Seattle Police Department. |
| − | [[Image:McQBrowningHi-Power.jpg|thumb|none| | + | [[Image:McQBrowningHi-Power.jpg|thumb|none|350px|Browning Hi-Power used by [[John Wayne]] in the film - 9x19mm. Image courtesy of Long Mountain Outfitters.]] |
[[Image:Mc19.jpg|thumb|600px|none|McQ ([[John Wayne]]) purchases the Browning after his final revolver has been confiscated.]] | [[Image:Mc19.jpg|thumb|600px|none|McQ ([[John Wayne]]) purchases the Browning after his final revolver has been confiscated.]] | ||
| − | [[Image:Mc21.jpg|thumb|600px|none|McQ ([[John Wayne]]) takes down a corrupt cop. This sequence | + | [[Image:Mc21.jpg|thumb|600px|none|McQ ([[John Wayne]]) takes down a corrupt cop. This sequence occurs just before the big beach chase.]] |
| − | + | [[Image:Mc23.jpg|thumb|600px|none|McQ([[John Wayne]]) fires his Browning until the slide locks back. The grimace is actually a nice touch since he's taking fire from the corrupt cop ([[Clu Gulager]]) at the time.]] | |
| − | [[Image:Mc23.jpg|thumb|600px|none|McQ([[John Wayne]]) fires his Browning until | ||
== Colt Python == | == Colt Python == | ||
| − | During the climactic car chase on the beach one of the gangsters chasing McQ ([[John Wayne]]) | + | During the climactic car chase on the beach, one of the gangsters chasing McQ ([[John Wayne]]) uses a [[Colt Python]] with a 6" inch barrel. It also appears that McQ ([[John Wayne]]) uses a 4" inch barrel Python at the beginning of the movie and later a Python "snubbie" with a 2.5" barrel. McQ's partner Stan Boyle ([[William Bryant]]) is shown carrying what appears to be a Python in a holster just before he is killed. In addition, Franklyn Toms ([[Clu Gulager]]) can be seen using a Python with a 4" inch barrel when he attempts to take out McQ on the beach. |
| − | [[Image: | + | [[Image:Colt-Python.jpg|thumb|300px|none|Colt Python with 4" Barrel and factory wood grips - .357 Magnum]] |
| − | [[Image:Coltpython25.jpg|thumb|none| | + | [[Image:Coltpython25.jpg|thumb|none|300px|Colt Python with 2.5" barrel - .357 Magnum]] |
| − | [[Image:Mc5.jpg|thumb|600px|none|Stan Boyle ([[William Bryant]]) with a holstered | + | [[Image:Mc5.jpg|thumb|600px|none|Stan Boyle ([[William Bryant]]) with a holstered 6" barrel [[Colt Python]].]] |
[[Image:Mc7.jpg|thumb|600px|none|McQ ([[John Wayne]]) takes aim at a hitman sent to kill him.]] | [[Image:Mc7.jpg|thumb|600px|none|McQ ([[John Wayne]]) takes aim at a hitman sent to kill him.]] | ||
[[Image:Mc8.jpg|thumb|600px|none|McQ looks down on the dead hitman.]] | [[Image:Mc8.jpg|thumb|600px|none|McQ looks down on the dead hitman.]] | ||
| − | [[Image:Mc9.jpg|thumb|600px|none|McQ retrieves his backup [[Colt Python]] after his duty Python was | + | [[Image:Mc9.jpg|thumb|600px|none|McQ retrieves his backup [[Colt Python]] after his duty Python was taken by the police for their Shooting Investigation Team inquiry, following McQ's shooting of the hitman who tried to kill him. It appears to be the 2.5" model.]] |
[[Image:Mc24.jpg|thumb|600px|none|One of the mobsters uses a [[Colt Python]] while chasing McQ ([[John Wayne]]) during the chase on the beach.]] | [[Image:Mc24.jpg|thumb|600px|none|One of the mobsters uses a [[Colt Python]] while chasing McQ ([[John Wayne]]) during the chase on the beach.]] | ||
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== Smith & Wesson Model 10 == | == Smith & Wesson Model 10 == | ||
| − | After being suspended from the police department McQ ([[John Wayne]]) carries a [[Smith & Wesson Model 10]] | + | After being suspended from the police department, McQ ([[John Wayne]]) carries a snub nose [[Smith & Wesson Model 10]]. |
| − | [[Image:S&WModel10Snub.jpg|thumb| | + | [[Image:S&WModel10Snub.jpg|thumb|300px|none|Smith & Wesson Model 10 snub nose revolver - .38 Special]] |
[[Image:Mc14.jpg|thumb|600px|none|McQ ([[John Wayne]]) takes on the team of gangsters who have just stolen the confiscated drugs from the Seattle Police.]] | [[Image:Mc14.jpg|thumb|600px|none|McQ ([[John Wayne]]) takes on the team of gangsters who have just stolen the confiscated drugs from the Seattle Police.]] | ||
[[Image:Mc16.jpg|thumb|600px|none|]] | [[Image:Mc16.jpg|thumb|600px|none|]] | ||
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== Star Model B == | == Star Model B == | ||
| − | At the beginning of the movie McQ's ([[John Wayne]]) corrupt partner Stan Boyle ([[William Bryant]]) kills two other corrupt police officers (his | + | At the beginning of the movie, McQ's ([[John Wayne]]) corrupt partner Stan Boyle ([[William Bryant]]) kills two other corrupt police officers (his partners in crime) with a suppressed [[Star Model B]]. The Spanish 9x19mm Star Model B was a frequent substitute for .45 ACP Government M1911s in the older days of cinema- mainly because there were problems (that have since been solved) with getting .45 ACP blanks to cycle in pistols. |
| − | [[Image:StarBUntouchablesScreenGun.jpg|thumb| | + | [[Image:StarBUntouchablesScreenGun.jpg|thumb|300px|none|Star Model B - 9x19mm. This particular pistol was used in the movie [[The Untouchables (1987)|''The Untouchables'']].]] |
[[Image:Mc2.jpg|thumb|600px|none|]] | [[Image:Mc2.jpg|thumb|600px|none|]] | ||
| − | [[Image:Mc3.jpg|thumb|600px|none|In this screencap the external extractor is clearly visible.]] | + | [[Image:Mc3.jpg|thumb|600px|none|In this screencap, the external extractor is clearly visible.]] |
[[Image:Mc4.jpg|thumb|600px|none|]] | [[Image:Mc4.jpg|thumb|600px|none|]] | ||
| − | == | + | =Shotguns= |
| − | During the climactic car chase on the beach one of the gangsters chasing McQ ([[John Wayne]])appears to | + | |
| − | [[Image: | + | == Remington 870 == |
| + | During the climactic car chase on the beach, one of the gangsters chasing McQ ([[John Wayne]]) appears to use a [[Remington 870]]. | ||
| + | [[Image:Remington870PoliceStd.jpg|thumb|none|400px|Remington 870 - 12 gauge]] | ||
[[Image:Mc24.jpg|thumb|600px|none|]] | [[Image:Mc24.jpg|thumb|600px|none|]] | ||
[[Image:Mc25.jpg|thumb|600px|none|]] | [[Image:Mc25.jpg|thumb|600px|none|]] | ||
| − | == Winchester Model 1897 | + | == Winchester Model 1897 "Trench Gun"== |
| − | A large amount of confiscated narcotics is stolen from the Seattle police as it it is being shipped to an incinerator to be destroyed. McQ ([[John Wayne]]) attempts to stop the thieves and one of them | + | A large amount of confiscated narcotics is stolen from the Seattle police as it it is being shipped to an incinerator to be destroyed. McQ ([[John Wayne]]) attempts to stop the thieves and one of them opens fire on McQ with a [[Winchester Model 1897 "Trench Gun"]]. |
| − | + | [[Image:Winchester1897TrenchTakedown.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Winchester Model 1897 "Trench Gun" - 12 gauge]] | |
| − | [[Image:Winchester1897TrenchTakedown.jpg|thumb|none| | ||
[[Image:Mc12.jpg|thumb|600px|none|One of the gangsters fires at McQ ([[John Wayne]]).]] | [[Image:Mc12.jpg|thumb|600px|none|One of the gangsters fires at McQ ([[John Wayne]]).]] | ||
[[Image:Mc13.jpg|thumb|600px|none|]] | [[Image:Mc13.jpg|thumb|600px|none|]] | ||
== Double Barreled "Coach" Shotgun == | == Double Barreled "Coach" Shotgun == | ||
| − | At the end of the film the | + | At the end of the film, the drug dealer Santiago ([[Al Lettieri]]) attempts to kill McQ ([[John Wayne]]) with a short barreled [[12 Gauge Double Barreled Shotgun|"Coach" shotgun]]. Unsurprisingly, he fails and McQ takes him down with his [[MAC-10]]. |
| − | [[Image:RemingtonSPR210Cowboy.jpg|thumb|none| | + | [[Image:RemingtonSPR210Cowboy.jpg|thumb|none|450px|Remington SPR210 Shotgun Hammerless Coach Gun - 12 gauge]] |
[[Image:Mc33.jpg|thumb|600px|none|]] | [[Image:Mc33.jpg|thumb|600px|none|]] | ||
[[Image:Mc35.jpg|thumb|600px|none|]] | [[Image:Mc35.jpg|thumb|600px|none|]] | ||
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| + | [[Category:John Sturges]] | ||
[[Category:Movie]] | [[Category:Movie]] | ||
[[Category:Crime]] | [[Category:Crime]] | ||
[[Category:Action Movie]] | [[Category:Action Movie]] | ||
| + | [[Category:Detective]] | ||
Latest revision as of 17:45, 28 April 2024
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McQ is a 1974 American neo-noir crime drama directed by John Sturges (The Magnificent Seven, The Great Escape, The Eagle Has Landed, Ice Station Zebra, Joe Kidd), the first crime film starring John Wayne set in the contemporary era. After turning down Dirty Harry, Wayne witnessed the movie go onto enjoy unexpected box office success. As a result, Wayne would star in two modern police dramas back to back. McQ was first followed by Brannigan in 1975. In addition to Wayne, the film also stars Eddie Albert, Clu Gulager, Al Lettieri, Roger E. Mosley, and Colleen Dewhurst. McQ was filmed on location in Seattle in the summer of 1973.
The following weapons were used in the film McQ:
WARNING! THIS PAGE CONTAINS SPOILERS!
Submachine Guns
MAC-10
McQ (John Wayne) purchases a MAC-10 from the gun shop after his service revolver is confiscated. He uses it during the climactic chase on the beach. It is referred to as an "Ingram" and stated to be chambered in 9mm (although the actual screen-used weapon is in .45 ACP).
MAC-10 used by John Wayne in the film - .45 ACP. Suppressor is not the original. Image courtesy of Long Mountain Outfitters.
McQ (John Wayne) testing the weapon at the gun shop.
McQ (John Wayne) takes down the last remaining mobsters.
Handguns
Browning Hi-Power
McQ (John Wayne) buys a Browning Hi-Power from the same gun shop after having his last remaining revolver is confiscated by the Seattle Police Department.
Browning Hi-Power used by John Wayne in the film - 9x19mm. Image courtesy of Long Mountain Outfitters.
McQ (John Wayne) purchases the Browning after his final revolver has been confiscated.
McQ (John Wayne) takes down a corrupt cop. This sequence occurs just before the big beach chase.
McQ(John Wayne) fires his Browning until the slide locks back. The grimace is actually a nice touch since he's taking fire from the corrupt cop (Clu Gulager) at the time.
Colt Python
During the climactic car chase on the beach, one of the gangsters chasing McQ (John Wayne) uses a Colt Python with a 6" inch barrel. It also appears that McQ (John Wayne) uses a 4" inch barrel Python at the beginning of the movie and later a Python "snubbie" with a 2.5" barrel. McQ's partner Stan Boyle (William Bryant) is shown carrying what appears to be a Python in a holster just before he is killed. In addition, Franklyn Toms (Clu Gulager) can be seen using a Python with a 4" inch barrel when he attempts to take out McQ on the beach.
McQ (John Wayne) takes aim at a hitman sent to kill him.
McQ retrieves his backup Colt Python after his duty Python was taken by the police for their Shooting Investigation Team inquiry, following McQ's shooting of the hitman who tried to kill him. It appears to be the 2.5" model.
One of the mobsters uses a Colt Python while chasing McQ (John Wayne) during the chase on the beach.
Smith & Wesson Model 10
After being suspended from the police department, McQ (John Wayne) carries a snub nose Smith & Wesson Model 10.
McQ (John Wayne) takes on the team of gangsters who have just stolen the confiscated drugs from the Seattle Police.
Star Model B
At the beginning of the movie, McQ's (John Wayne) corrupt partner Stan Boyle (William Bryant) kills two other corrupt police officers (his partners in crime) with a suppressed Star Model B. The Spanish 9x19mm Star Model B was a frequent substitute for .45 ACP Government M1911s in the older days of cinema- mainly because there were problems (that have since been solved) with getting .45 ACP blanks to cycle in pistols.
Star Model B - 9x19mm. This particular pistol was used in the movie The Untouchables.
Shotguns
Remington 870
During the climactic car chase on the beach, one of the gangsters chasing McQ (John Wayne) appears to use a Remington 870.
Winchester Model 1897 "Trench Gun"
A large amount of confiscated narcotics is stolen from the Seattle police as it it is being shipped to an incinerator to be destroyed. McQ (John Wayne) attempts to stop the thieves and one of them opens fire on McQ with a Winchester Model 1897 "Trench Gun".
One of the gangsters fires at McQ (John Wayne).
Double Barreled "Coach" Shotgun
At the end of the film, the drug dealer Santiago (Al Lettieri) attempts to kill McQ (John Wayne) with a short barreled "Coach" shotgun. Unsurprisingly, he fails and McQ takes him down with his MAC-10.
