The American West (2016)
"The truth is always wilder."
Synopsis
The story of the aftermath of the Civil War and how the United States transformed into the “land of opportunity" spanning the years 1865 to 1890. Transporting into the violent world of cowboys, Indians, outlaws and law men, the story chronicles the personal, little-known stories of Western legends such as Jesse James, Billy the Kid, Wyatt Earp, Crazy Horse and Sitting Bull.
Creator
Robert Redford
Network
AMC
Episodes
America Divided
Jesse James forms a gang in order to ensure his family's survival and Custer looks for glory in the Indian Wars. Meanwhile, Crazy Horse fights back against the U.S. in the series premiere of this docudrama.
Two Front War
Jesse James targets the railroads and Custer is sent on a secret mission into Sioux territory. Meanwhile, Grant deals with growing unrest in the west and south.
Blood and Gold
Allan Pinkerton is hired to bring Jesse James to justice. Meanwhile, settlers flock onto Sioux land to mine gold as Grant desperately tries to keep peace.
Showdown
Custer rides to a showdown with the Sioux at Little Big Horn. Elsewhere, Jesse James targets a bank in the northern territory, hoping to make a big statement.
Outlaw Rising
Billy the Kid uses his talents with a gun to get what he wants; and Wyatt Earp fights for justice. Meanwhile, Sitting Bull and Crazy Horse make a big decision.
The Big Killing
Billy the Kid seeks revenge for the death of his friend; and Wyatt Earp questions his future as a lawman. Meanwhile, Jesse James reemerges from years of hiding.
Frontier Justice
Billy the Kid and Pat Garrett's cat-and-mouse game comes to a head. Wyatt Earp moves to Tombstone. Sitting Bull returns to America.
The Last Vendetta
In the series finale, Wyatt Earp abandons the law in search of justice; and Jesse James is confronted by the Ford brothers. Meanwhile, Sitting Bull is accused of inciting a rebellion.
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Trailer
Details
Original Title
The American West
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
8
Production
Stephen David Entertainment, Sundance Productions
