Hollywood icon John Wayne stars as the Mongol conqueror Genghis Khan in the lavish period epic The Conqueror. Produced by the legendary Howard Hughes (Hells Angels), the directorial debut of actor Dick Powell (Christmas in July) features a cast of thousands and period costumes recreating 12th century China. Boasting an international cast that includes Academy Award winner Susan Hayward, Agnes Moorehead, Pedro Armendariz and William Conrad, this unforgettable Eastern Western showcases The Duke in one of his most unusual roles ever.
In late-12th-century Asia, the ambitious Mongol chieftain Temujin (John Wayne) captured the Tartar princess (Susan Hayward) intended as his rival's bride...and set the foundation for his ultimate consolidation of tribal power as Genghis Khan. Producer Howard Hughes' opus was instantly notorious for its casting, and ultimately so for the illness rate amongst cast and crew from the Utah location's proximity to atomic test sites. Pedro Armendariz, Agnes Moorehead co-star. 111 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono.