If you know me, you know I love a great Hollywood behind-the-scenes legend, and in the wake of Val Kilmer's tragic passing, I have been spending a lot of time with the movie Tombstone. There was a day when I read the script, looked up the meaning of "I'm your Huckleberry," and just basked in it being one of the best westerns of all time. And while doing that, I uncovered a pretty cool detail about who really directed the movie. So today, I want to unpack whether or not Kurt Russell actually directed Tombstone and go through the facts.Sound good? Let's dive in. Kurt Russell Directed TombstoneWhen you think of the 1993 Western classic Tombstone, Kurt Russell's steely-eyed portrayal of Wyatt Earp immediately comes to mind.I mean, the guy is a movie star giving an epic performance. But for years, whispers and eventually outright confirmations have painted a picture of Russell's involvement going far beyond just wearing the badge and mustache. Did Kurt Russell actually direct large parts of Tombstone?The story is a bit more complex than a simple yes or no.Initially, Tombstone was the passion project of screenwriter Kevin Jarre (known for Glory). He penned the sprawling, detailed script and was set to make his directorial debut. However, reports from the set indicated that Jarre, while a brilliant writer, struggled with the practical demands of directing a large-scale Western. He reportedly fell behind schedule quickly.And when you run behind schedule, the studio gets a little scared. Money starts...
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