The Shadow of the Eagle

A former boxer, reformed from his gambling ways, tries to protect his wife from a mob boss who still holds a grudge. The boss manipulates the boxer's past to lure him back into trouble. The boxer must fight to save his marriage and his life.

While not a major critical success upon its release, 'The Shadow of the Eagle' is often remembered for its early depiction of John Wayne in a more dramatic role. It's considered a B-movie of its era, offering standard genre thrills for the time.

• Early, gritty crime drama with a predictable plot.

• Features a young John Wayne in a less-than-iconic role.

• A straightforward, albeit unremarkable, entry in the crime genre of the early 1930s.

Google audience: Audience reviews for this film are scarce, but it is generally viewed as a minor early work in the careers of its cast and crew, typical of the lower-budget productions of its time.

This film was one of John Wayne's earliest credited roles, predating his breakout performance in 'Stagecoach' by several years.