From renowned film director John Ford, The Quiet Man is the story of Sean Thornton (John Wayne), an Irish-born American who returns home in the hopes of reclaiming his family’s farm. Thornton is met with conflict when he encounters local landowner Squire “Red” Will Danaher (Victor McLaglen) and finds himself keen on the red-headed beauty Mary Kate (Maureen O’Hara), who happens to be Red’s sister.

In an attempt to respect and abide by local Irish customs, Thornton discovers the significance of a dowry, with some drinking and fighting along the way. The Quiet Man won two Academy Awards, including Best Director, and was nominated for Best Picture. The film also features the talents Barry Fitzgerald, Ward Bond, and Mildred Natwick.

“The Quiet Man is grand and glorious fun, enacted with gusto and directed with loving care by a master of his craft.” THE NEW YORK TIMES