Rooster Cogburn, the sequel to John Wayne's classic 1969 Western film True Grit, is available on Netflix for a limited time. Since the film is set to be removed from the platform soon, viewers who want to catch this type of movie should hurry. Released in 1975, this sequel continues the story six years after True Grit, and while it was less successful than the original film, it is still considered one of the significant works in cinema history.

True Grit is adapted from Charles Portis's novel and is the film that earned John Wayne his only Academy Award. The original film, released in 1969, grossed over $30 million at the box office and became a cinema classic. In the 2010 version, which was re-adapted by the Coen Brothers, Jeff Bridges took on the role of the old marshal originally played by Wayne.

Rooster Cogburn follows the old marshal Rooster Cogburn as he embarks on another rescue mission after the events of True Grit. Directed by Stuart Millar, this sequel features not only John Wayne but also the legendary actress Katharine Hepburn. However, the film did not achieve the same level of success as the original, earning only $17 million against a budget of $10 million.

Rooster Cogburn has a score of 50% on Rotten Tomatoes, significantly lower than the original film's 87%. Critic Pauline Kael commented that the film seemed as if it was "shot by a tourist" and noted that some shots were "out of focus." Another prominent critic, Roger Ebert, similarly wrote a negative review, stating that the film felt "artificial" and that the actors were merely vehicles for their older, more successful roles.

Today, Rooster Cogburn is among the works of the Western genre that have faded into obscurity. While the original version of True Grit is regarded as a timeless classic, its sequel has been more erased from viewers' memories. Its release on Netflix is a final opportunity for cinema enthusiasts looking to rediscover this forgotten film.