The West
Series Overview
The West, sometimes marketed as Ken Burns Presents: The West, is a documentary film about the American Old West. It was directed by Stephen Ives and the executive producer was Ken Burns. The film originally aired on PBS in September 1996.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 9 Episodes
80 min per episode
1996 – 1996
Premiered: Sun, Sep 15, 1996
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 9: “One Sky Above Us (1887-1914)”
Los Angeles steals its water supply, millions of Mexicans migrate north, and Hollywood begins to shape the West and the nation's image of it.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stephen Ives
Geoffrey C. Ward, Stephen Ives
Paul Barnes
Ken Burns
Department Leadership Roster
Geoffrey C. Ward
Writer
Stephen Ives
Writer
Stephen Ives
Director
Paul Barnes
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The West
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What is The West about?
The West, sometimes marketed as Ken Burns Presents: The West, is a documentary film about the American Old West. It was directed by Stephen Ives and the executive producer was Ken Burns. The film originally aired on PBS in September 1996.
How many seasons does The West have?
The West comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The West?
Key cast members in The West include Peter Coyote, N. Scott Momaday, Murphy Guyer, John Trudell, Eli Wallach.
Who created or directed The West?
The West was developed and directed by Stephen Ives.