To mark John Wayne’s 119th birthday, streaming service Fawesome TV is offering a curated selection of his most celebrated Westerns free of charge throughout May. the lineup includes titles directed by Howard Hawks and John Ford, spanning black‑and‑white classics to Technicolor epics, and requires no subscription.

Six Must‑Watch Films Highlighted by Fawesome TV

Fawesome TV’s announcement lists six specific movies, each representing a differet phase of Wayne’s career. The service notes that while some titles may remain after May, the collection will be prominently featured this month.

Howard Hawks’ ‘El Dorado’ (1966) Leads the Free Lineup

According to the Fawesome TV release, the 1966 Howard Hawks western pairs John Wayne with Robert Mitchum as aging friends defending a rancher, offering classic genre tropes with a light‑hearted dynamic.

John Ford’s ‘Fort Apache’ (1948) Marks the Start of an Unofficial Trilogy

The platform highlights ‘Fort Apache’ as the first entry in an unofficial cavalry trilogy starring Wayne and director John Ford, praised for its nuanced look at cultural conflict between the U.S. Army and Apache forces.

‘Angel and the Badman’ (1947) Set for a 2024 Remake

The source notes that the public‑domain film, where Wayne plays a wounded gunslinger healed by a Quaker woman, is slated for a remake later this year, underscoring the enduring appeal of the story.

Who Will Keep the Collection Alive After May?

Fawesome TV does not specify which, if any, of the six titles will remain free after the month ends, leaving viewers uncertain about the long‑term availability of the Duke’s catalog.