How many of John Wayne's children were in Big Jake?

Answer 1

In this film, John Wayne played the character of Jacob McCandles. That character's three sons were played by Patrick Wayne (the Duke's real son), Christopher Mitchum (son of star Robert), and pop star Bobby Vinton(!?!).

Answer 2

Two of his sons, Patrick Wayne and his half-brother Ethan Wayne acted in the movie with John Wayne. They portrayed Big Jake's son James and his grandson Little Jake. Big Jake's son Michael was played by Christopher Mitchum (son of Robert Mitchum).

* John Wayne's oldest son, Michael Wayne, was the film's producer.

Answer 3

Actually, there was no granddaughter in Big Jake. But Wayne's real life son John Ethan played the kidnapped grandson in the film. He was adorable.