Best Western ever made, and Im aware that is a bold statement.

@jasonward7017

Жыл бұрын

Agreed. I’ve probably seen it over 100 times, and doubt I’ll ever get tired of watching it.

@4thlinemaniac356

Жыл бұрын

Yep and it was much better than the books. Especially the terrible sequel Pea Eye and Lorrie my ass Pffffttt.

@vette73

Жыл бұрын

I don’t think it’s bold. I was born in 88 and my grandfather loved lonesome dove (and The Sackettes). I love top gun, tombstone and the lot, but lonesome dove is still the best. I even loved open range- but not as much

@vette73

Жыл бұрын

@@4thlinemaniac356 sequel was unacceptable!! Terrible I agree

@MrKennyRACING

Жыл бұрын

Is the truth considered bold? I 100percent fully agree ..greatest of all time,,

The two couldn't have been a better pair. The complete difference in the two made the friendship and the movie. Both were excellent in this movie.

@scotthartman8604

10 ай бұрын

Agreed!!

@jamesbernsen3516

9 ай бұрын

And the initial casting had them switched. Duvall was supposed to play Woodrow and Tommy Lee Jones was supposed to play Gus. But after Robert Duvall read the full script, he argued to switch them. It wasn't just hoping to hog the better role, he recognized (and I think Jones did too) that their personalities were better suited the other way around and they successfully got the change.

Larry McMurtry's finest work, and Robert Duvall's best performance. Lonesome Dove is, to this day, my favorite film about the American west.

@rah7868

11 ай бұрын

75 year old Texan. Lonesome Dove has been my all time favorite since the first time I saw the original mini series. Nothing has come close. Gus told Woodrow, "It ain't dying I'm talkin about,,,it's livin". Because it's Duvall, do like Broken Trail.

@dasx2gra

11 ай бұрын

open range had that same feeling for me!@@rah7868

@kevinwilkes1963

10 ай бұрын

I read the book before the miniseries came out, and I didn’t believe it would be nearly as good as the book. It was amazing and I’ve rewatched it several times.

@rah7868

10 ай бұрын

@@kevinwilkes1963 I also read the book and didn't count but over the years have watched Lonesome Dove maybe 50 time or more. Almost know the script. 🙂

@TerlinguaTalkeetna

10 ай бұрын

Agreed, Larry wrote a masterpiece.

I’m happy Duvall himself recognizes what a great gem this series was. I loved his character of Augustus Mccrae so much that when my wife got me a cat for my birthday I named him McCrae in honor of Duvall’s character my favorite cowboy ever.

@TalkShowKelly

10 ай бұрын

My last dog was named Woodrow, and I think I’ll call the next one McCrae.

@likeadog7752

9 ай бұрын

Named my dog Gus for the same reason. Love the character so much I wish that was my name.

@Olliecanary

9 ай бұрын

@@likeadog7752 Same, named my last dog Gus.

I can’t say enough good things about this movie and the role played by Mr. Duvall. Simply spectacular.

@horsepowerhorsepower3861

10 ай бұрын

My Best of all Movies..

@roddyboethius1722

9 ай бұрын

Played a great Klansman

@roddyboethius1722

9 ай бұрын

2 Confederates acting as stupid as they can

No two actors could have pulled off these two roles as well as Duvall and Jones. They made the characters come to life and connected two old Texas Rangers to the imaginations of many wanna-be cowboys. Oh, to have true friends that have the traits and perspective of these two gentlemen from the formative days of our great state of Texas.

@BeautifuLakesStreamsBiologists

11 ай бұрын

Here here !

@DoyleHargraves

7 ай бұрын

There's Gus & Woodrow, and then there is Willie & Waylon.... God... as a Louisianian, I always wanted to say "I'm from Texas."

@averagejoe9040

8 күн бұрын

​@@DoyleHargraves now that you meantion it. Willie and waylon had the exact same dynamic.

@DoyleHargraves

8 күн бұрын

@@averagejoe9040 "willie the wandering gypsy and me" is proof. Lol

Duvall was born for this part - it was his destiny. I have 3 sons and we watched this series almost every year as they grew up - as grown men they still love it, it’s a classic.

I loved that series & especially that scene. Note the way Call saw it coming & turned around to watch his back. PHENOMINAL writing & acting.

@tgwoolshire

10 ай бұрын

Call was just looking to see who all were going to get fd up

Duvall is an artisan, he's played many great rolls, I agree with him , Augustus McCrae was the perfect character , played by the perfect actor, no one could have done it better.

I absolutely LOVED Lonesome Dove. The book, the movie, and the acting by Duvall & Jones.

I have watched the series over and over. Timeless Classic

It IS one of the greatest written characters and directed performances in Earth history. I have watched it 25 times. Almost perfect!!!

This move came out when I was 14 years old. I couldn’t get enough of it. Thank god for VHS. I watch it 4 or 5 times a year sometimes more. If I could ever relive a movie it would be this one❤

One of if not THE Greatest mini-series with one of the best actors of all time! 💯💥

Never be another one this awesome I still watch it all the time ✌🏻from Ga.

Mr Duvall has had so many fantastic roles over the years and did such a wonderful job portraying all of those characters. Lonesome dove is one of his crowning achievements and he and Tommy Lee Jones played so well off each other.

Every role this man is in is remarkable. He is one of the best actors of my life time!

LONESOME DOVE IS MY FAVORITE OF ALL TIME!! THERE CANNOT BE ANOTHER…NOT AS GREAT!! I CAN WATCH IT OVER AND OVER!!

Knew a guy that did some prop work for the series. He said that Robert Duvall was the nicest guy you could ever meet.

"Gus" was Robert Duvall's defining character and his best role!

A lot of life lessons in that show. I watch it every year.

Ah God Woodrow it ain't dying im talking about its living,Duvall lived it...A True Epic.

I had read once that McMurtry had envisioned John Wayne and Henry Fonda in the two main roles. Big shoes to fill. Robert Duvall as well as the entire cast exhibited the greatest of acting skills. August is an icon.

The scene where Gus is being pursued across the Llano by Comanche outlaws, pulls up in a ditch and drops his horse is one of the best scenes ever put in a western. But then Duvall has many scenes in Lonesome Dove that might qualify.

@walterrussell6584

9 ай бұрын

My favorite is when Call beat the tar out of that Union officer.

@deliawright8626

8 ай бұрын

Same beauty of a horse that broke in two with the real bucking scene with Gus. I have this movie on old VHS and DVD. Laugh and cry Everytime I watch it.

Mr Duvall, I deeply enjoyed your kindness to speak with me. You are a treasure of the theater. Thank you for talent you've shared and the joy you've brought to so many of us.

From Boo Radley to Augustus McCrae.Marvelous career.

This movie is what made Mr. Robert my ALL TIME favorite actor..I've said that a 1.000 times.great in every movie he is..if I could have ever met one actor of my choice it would be Him....I myself is a 100percent Kentucky country boy thank GOD.

Best movie Ever made! First watched it over 30 years ago and still watch it at least twice a year! It was and is still the best movie ever made

Best western ever with my favorite actor, Robert Duvall. He and Tommy Lee Jones were perfect for their parts. Everyone turned in a fine performance of this wonderful adaptation of the book.

I’ve seen it at least 30 times and could watch it again!

What can you say? This movie is art at its finest.

Still bawl my eyes out every time!

Duvall was also great in The apostle, excellent actor.

Movie made me start to think about where I was the happiest. It was a lake cottage in Mich. in the 60s/70s where I spent all my weekends.. I drove out to see it one more time, It's all gone, all newly overbuilt and crowded and no longer anything that it was 50 years ago and unrecognizable. It just doesn't exist anymore...it was not only the place, but its place in time....

Best book that I have read, and the series was so true to form. I have never seen a better portrayal of a book in film as Lonesome Dove.

@dalejernberg3550

Жыл бұрын

My thoughts exactly

@tommyboyindy1157

Жыл бұрын

Almost all the dialogue in the movie came straight out of the book. That book captured the voice of the American west.

@camwinston5248

Жыл бұрын

100% concur with this statement.

@averagejoe9040

8 күн бұрын

I saw the series before ever reading the book, I was extremely suprised eith how close the book was to the series.

Robert Duvall is one of the best actors, love most of his roles.

One of the greatest ever. Robert Duvall.

Gus McRae is Robert Duvall. Truly an incredible gift to we viewers.

Having lived in south texas during my formative years, while there, I saw The Godfather for the first time. Then, years later, while back in New England, I fell in love with Lonesome Dove. Even now, many years later, after seeing him in many memorable movie roles, I continue to see Robert Duvall as an underrated actor.

@deliawright8626

8 ай бұрын

How much more rated could he be?

Robert Duvall was great in this movie. It's my personal favorite. Toss in Godfather II as well. What a talent. "If a man ain't willin' to cheat at cards, then he don't deserve a poke". lol. Something like that.

@muriloninja

Жыл бұрын

That dying scene alone is hands down so realistic...but one needs to watch the entire series up to that point to understand the impact of Gus' dying scene. Woodrow is the "boss" and everyone knows that and will do whatever he says. Gus? He is Woodrow's peer in that he is just as hard as Woodrow when it comes to taking care of business, the major difference is once business is over or down, Gus will enjoy himself while Woodrow keeps a very morose sensibility. Woodrow even dares to bark an order at Gus and gets checked immediately "You don't boss me Woodrow, I'm the one man you don't boss"...those words alone coupled with us getting to see Woodrow's response to them (a complete back down, respect and loyalty to Gus) are so powerful because "we" know Woodrow and no man would dare say or think such a thing but Gus? He was right, he is the one man Woodrow cannot boss or "top". Love, respect! Incredible characters that were yes flawed but so human! I get teary eyed even writing that, "eye god" what an incredible "party" it was.

@tonyjones9715

10 ай бұрын

If a man Won't Cheat for a poke he don't want one very bad .😊

I want "Here's to the sunny slopes of long ago" on my tombstone.

A great deal of my life has been inspired by Augustus McCrea. Not only was he a great man, He was a great Scot.

@mantisfootball918

10 ай бұрын

Wasn't it Woodrow who was born in Scotland?

@BeautifuLakesStreamsBiologists

10 ай бұрын

@@mantisfootball918 very well could be.

@sca8217

10 ай бұрын

​@@mantisfootball918true. And he was still draggin' by his Mama's titty when they come in on the boat.

Of All the great westerns I’ve watched and loved this is the Best. They should make this a required viewing to young men in the 6th-7th grade. If our young men emulated Gus and Call the troubles we face in modern times would dissipate. Great story, Great characters, Great actors. Makes one long for a different time, age.

It was dad’s favorite and I watch it every year in memory of him. I cry at the end every time too 😢❤

My only complaint with Lonesome Dove is that there wasn't more of it. It's one of the greatest ever made.

@averagejoe9040

8 күн бұрын

True, but we got a solid 6 hours out of it. How many western stories get 6 hours of screen time?

What an awesome movie Lonesome Dove was, it depicted friendship thru life . I’m so blessed to have a friendships those two.

@millerforester6237

10 ай бұрын

I know what you mean. I just lost a friend of 80 years.

Robert Duvall. One of the greatest horseman to hit the screen.

@deliawright8626

8 ай бұрын

Yes, wonderful seat, quiet hands, steady arms. Tommy Lee Jones also good with his accurate posting on zHell Bitch.

The best casting EVER! Those 2 were those characters.

That’s one of the greatest scenes ever. 👍🏻👍🏻

I’ve always loved that in the saloon scene, Call gets a tiny hint of a smile, and just moves a bit off to the side. He already knows exactly what’s coming!😂

Robert was just as great in Broken Trail. Love that movie too.

@ryanh9183

10 ай бұрын

Damn right. It's a shame it sorta fell through the cracks or something.

Two great actors and PERFECTION

It is my favourite film of all-time and it has been since I first saw it aired. I’m so glad the money changer’s didn’t ruin it.

Sweet memories there haunting. Lonesome Dove the way it should have been.

I have sat and watched this miniseries at least 11 times. And I don't think I've ever seen a better written character than Augustus McCrae.

Well, it had to take an actor like you sir, to bring Gus and so many other great characters to life. Thank you for sharing your talent with us ......Mr. Duvall .

Two weeks ago, I purchased a portable DVD player to take on a camping trip up into the Olympic Mountains. This is the 1 and only movie that I packed with me. And I was able to share this with my old buddy who is the ripe age of 84. And I'm no spring chicken myself! Both of us cut our teeth on westerns and no doubt in my mind that this is by far the best. What an amazing actor and I cannot think of any role that Mr. Duvall has not knocked out of the ballpark. Just wish he would have let the Bone Crusher take that other leg!

Best actor, best character, wonderful book, and greatest western of all time.

Ole Guss was one of the best characters ever played. Can't imagine anyone else ever doing it.

Best roles ever played by two great actors.

These two understood to a tee the character of the Texas cowboy. I was privileged to know one in the last century who owned a ranch in the Texas panhandle after he left the USAF as a B-29 pilot. Bigger than life he was! I was a teenager when I witnessed my first roundup about this time of year when they dehorned, castrated, and branded the calves - a brutal introduction to ranch life for a city slicker like me. Another good depiction of this character is Tommy Lee Jones in "Good Ole Boys," with Sissy Spacek, Frances McDormand, Sam Shepard, and Matt Damon.

Absolutely my favorite character played by a fantastic actor!!! I read the book and there was no else who could play Gus!!

My all time favorite movie....PERIOD!!

My favorite character of all time.

And we thank you for that. Two of my favorite characters, and two of the best movies ever. Not to mention, one of my all-time favorite actors

I remember thinking when I read the novel, Lonesome Dove, wouldn't Robert Duvall be perfect casting for Augustus McCrae. I was quite pleased when that turned out to be the case.

@au7-721

10 ай бұрын

Same! I pictured Duvall all through the book.

Watched this many times over the years and I Still tear up during Gus's death scene.Wonderful performances by all.

One of the all-time great westerns.....put this one on THAT list

Both characters were awesome in LD, definitely one of the best westerns ever filmed.

Tommy’s body language,when he can see what’s coming is wonderful

Man oh man Robert has that right two great stories

I would agree with Sir Robert - Gus McCrae is a once in generations character, as Robert Duvall is such a once in generations actor. He has always been my favorite by a long shot.

And he played it very well.

Robert Duvall was perfection in Lonesome Dove - he defined the character of Augustus McCrea - the scene by the river transcends acting. I'd kill to be that guy - In fact, I think I'll start re-watching the series today, just to remind myself.

@JohanWXC

11 ай бұрын

I also love the scene in which Gus and Claira reunite and affectionately embrace in front of Woodrow, Newt, and Lorena. It must the most heartwarming of all moments in the film.

Lonesome Dove was quite special!

Hands down, one of the greatest! Then again, i love all of his movies.

Lonesome Dove was a beautiful study in personality. Duvall and Jones were perfect together. It is a shame Jones didn't come back as the story continued. Gus: Zest for life Call: Duty / responsibility Pea Eye: Loyalty Deets: Competence Newt: Fragile innocence Jake: Misplaced priorities ...

BEST WESTERN EVER MADE

Augustus is the greatest Western character of all time. Arguably the greatest character in American History. He wasn't perfect as a man, but was the perfect example of the the good and bad in a man. He stood for his convictions, loved life, a loyal friend, but also showed us the moral struggles one goes through. He wasn't this good guy in the white hat, he showed the gray in life. Duval performance is unequaled. Other actors have tried to portray Augustus in other movies, and haven't come close to what Duval accomplished.

"By God Woodrow...........it's been quite a party" .....Yes Sir

@sirgalahad3574

Жыл бұрын

"Your damn vanity."

Gus was definitely my favorite character played by Robert Duvall with my 2nd favorite probably being his role in Secondhand Lions with Michael Caine (Tommy Lee Jones was originally wanted for the role Caine played).

@user-tv7ht3kh1b

Жыл бұрын

Nhra country

Second Hand Lyons, was a real roller coaster ride. MR Duvalk and Michael Cain Let go of your emotions because there in control now. That was the most masterful acting by everyone. One of my favorite movies.

@averagejoe9040

8 күн бұрын

Yes. Second hand lions is probably my favorite robert duvall movie. But its almost tied with lonesome dove.

My all time fav character!! Gus McCray

Im 47 and Lonesome Dove will always be the greatest Western series of all time and theres not a close 2nd.

Read the book, then watched and re-watched the series. Think it stands alone as the best Western ever made. Read the other novels in the trilogy,but not up to this masterpiece. I still say, on occasion, I won’t tolerate rude behavior!

Robert Duvall is top-tier actor. His portrayal of Augustus was real. I was there with him on the trail. And I felt a deep loss when he died.

Great actor. Great movie !

There will never be another Gus👍

Robert Duvall is pure gold, the diner scene in second hand lions is probably the best scene in all of movies ever made. he has made so many good movies its hard to chose his best.

NOT even a competition, puts everything else to shame! LOVE it man! WHEN life was REAL..and you didn’t play “games”..

The older you get the more significant are Gus’s laments .

Not one to be sentimental... but to see the two ladies pine for the gentleman as he galloped away , a loving man that loved them both equally in spite of their foibles, brought about a silent tear. You could call Gus McCrae a philanderer, but he loved his ladies dearly, not just carnally, and the ladies knew it and responded equally. That's a man, right there.

Duvall kicks ass in any western including another two of my other favorites: Broken Trail and Open Range.

Love Robert Duvall.... he's one of the greatest actors!!!

Watching it for the first time on Roku! Where have I been. My husband and I absolutely love it!!❤

One of the top five westerns ever made. I remember I had a huge crush on Gus!😊

I bawled like an infant twice. Once when I read the last words between Gus and Call in Larry McMurtry’s novel, and again when I watched the same dialogue on the screen in the television version. Powerful.

Could not agree with Mr Duvall more.(as if I know) it's brilliant.

Robert Duvall is simply divine!! I ache to meet him before I die but that will not be so. He'll give me butterflies in my stomach till then. I wish he knew.

Truly one of my utmost favorite characters in cinema. Couldn’t have asked a better person to play Gus or Woodrow for that matter. To the sunny slopes, of long ago 🤠