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The Roles That Got Away By Henry C. Parke There has never been an actor, no matter how important, popular, or talented, who hasn’t been disappointed to lose a part they really wanted. Were they…

Burt Lancaster wowed audiences with his charismatic presence for 45 years. Talented, handsome, and smart, Burt was a legend of the silver screen.

INSP ranks top Clint Eastwood Westerns! Pale Rider? The Outlaw Josey Wales? High Plains Drifter? Did your favorites make the list?

There’s one thing all cowboys in the Old West knew to be true—when it comes to saddlin’ up, it ain’t just about the saddle. From trudging through uncharted territory to showing off at the rodeo,…

An in-depth look at The Magnificent Seven Movies—The Legacy, the stories, the stars—Yul Brynner, Steve McQueen, Lee Van Cleef...

Happy National Coffee Day! Hear ye, hear ye, all coffee lovers! National Coffee Day is September 29, and we have some great ways for you to celebrate. Whether you’re looking to welcome Fall with delicious…

7 MEN PLUS 5 – RANDOLPH SCOTT AND THE RANOWN FILMS By Henry C. Parke In the classic Western, 7 Men from Now, Randolph Scott tracks seven outlaws who robbed a Wells Fargo office of…

Designed to withstand long trips in unruly terrain, the Western saddle is much more than a comfortable seat, and it serves a purpose beyond a resting place for a cowboy’s derrière. With its high swell,…

INSP’s exclusive interview with A Martinez, star of Far Haven, Christmas on the Range, Longmire, Dark Winds, and The Cowboys with John Wayne.

Take a glimpse at the many looks of Maureen O’Hara in Western films. Our breakdown of the most iconic outfits—spanning decades of the actress’ career—explores precisely what makes them so unforgettable. She dazzled from head…

Introduction In a career that spanned six decades, Robert Mitchum was known for his charisma and antihero status. From war dramas to film noir, Westerns to romances and more, Robert Mitchum captivated audiences with his…

INSP fan-favorite co-stars—Hollywood’s dynamic duos! John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara! James Arness and Amanda Blake! Tom Selleck and Sam Elliott!

Robert Crawford, Jr.—The Boy from Laramie By Henry C. Parke   “I got [the part in] Laramie immediately after doing A Child of Our Time, right about the time I was nominated [for an Emmy].”…

INSP takes an insider look at the 3 versions of the classic Western Stagecoach—from 1939 (John Wayne), 1966 (Ann-Margret), and 1986 (Willie Nelson).

With 50 years’ worth of viewing time, you might think you’d know everything there is to know about these legendary Westerns. From behind-the-scenes insights to drama off set, we’ve got the lowdown on these unforgettable…

Far beyond the prairie schooner of the early days of Westward expansion, the stagecoach was a giant leap toward the future of transportation. With the introduction of a leather-strap suspension system in 1868, the ride…

The Age of Arness—how James Arness and Gunsmoke’s Marshal Matt Dillon matured and changed over the decades.

INSP introduces you to the Western sidekicks to the stars—Walter Brennan, Jay Silverheels, Ken Curtis…

Discover the Wild West's most notorious heists, from daring train robberies to infamous bank heists, and the outlaws who became legends.

These Singers Are Ready for Their Close-Ups! Their songs have topped the charts! They’ve won numerous music awards, including Grammys, CMAs, AMAs, ACMs, People’s Choice, and more. At one point during their illustrious careers, they…

For three incredible decades, Elvis Presley electrified audiences with his voice, his performances, and his acting. From his early days as a chart-topping musical sensation and movie heartthrob to his later years as a magnetic…

A jolt of Joel fixes everything! Catch four Joel McCrea films, including The Virginian, June 17-18. Joel McCrea and all of The Virginians By Henry C. Parke It’s more than a little surprising that the primary reason Joel…

Hollywood stars and their pets! Amanda Blake’s lion. John Wayne’s hero dog. Clint Eastwood’s menagerie—dogs to donkeys! INSP reveals animal-loving stars.

What started as durable apparel for the working man, has now transformed into a contemporary fashion staple in America and beyond. The birth of modern jeans began with a familiar name that still reigns supreme…

Earl Holliman’s Western Journey By Henry C. Parke To say that Earl Holliman was thrilled to be cast with Barbara Stanwyck and Joel McCrea in 1957’s Trooper Hook is a vast understatement. “I’d seen Barbara Stanwyck in…

By Henry C. Parke   I’ll admit it: I was a Western-movie snob for years. I thought, what could a bunch of Europeans know about the American West? Well, the fact is, they grew up…

Robert Duvall: An American Legend Introduction For over seven decades, Robert Duvall has starred on stage and screen—and is considered one of the greatest American actors of all time. Learn about his life, career…and the…