The Way West
Series Overview
A six-hour documentary series chronicling the way the West was lost and won between 1845 and 1893, broadcast nationally on PBS in May 1995 as part of WGBH’s American Experience. The film looks at the final decades of the American frontier from the time of the Gold Rush until after the last gasp of the Indian wars at Wounded Knee.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
Broadcast Syndication
1 Season • 4 Episodes
1995 – 1995
Premiered: Sun, Jan 1, 1995
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 4: “4 - Ghost Dance”
1877-1893. Ghost Dance.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ric Burns
Ric Burns
Brian Keane
Buddy Squires
Bruce Shaw, Li-Shin Yu
Lisa Ades, Ric Burns
Department Leadership Roster
Buddy Squires
Director of Photography
Ric Burns
Director
Bruce Shaw
Editor
Li-Shin Yu
Editor
Lisa Ades
Producer
Ric Burns
Producer
Ric Burns
Writer
Brian Keane
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Way West.
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What is The Way West about?
A six-hour documentary series chronicling the way the West was lost and won between 1845 and 1893, broadcast nationally on PBS in May 1995 as part of WGBH’s American Experience. The film looks at the final decades of the American frontier from the time of the Gold Rush until after the last gasp of the Indian wars at Wounded Knee.
How many seasons does The Way West have?
The Way West comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Way West?
Key cast members in The Way West include Not specified.
Who created or directed The Way West?
The Way West was developed and directed by Ric Burns.