The American West
“The truth is always wilder.”
Series Overview
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.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 8 Episodes
60 min per episode
2016 – 2016
Premiered: Sat, Jun 11, 2016
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 8: “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.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The American West
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-08-05
Cast & Creators
Explore Star Directory →Bert Thomas Morris
Narrator (voice)
Derek Chariton
Billy the Kid
David H. Stevens
Jesse James
Joseph Carlson
Frank James
Kera O'Bryon
Zerelda James
Morgan Lund
Ulysses S. Grant
Jim Jackman
Rutherford B. Hayes
Mike Marunde
William Tecumseh Sherman
John C. Bailey
Gen. George Armstrong Custer
Will Strongheart
Crazy Horse
Mo Brings Plenty
Sitting Bull
Jonathan C. Stewart
Wyatt Earp
Nick Bialis
Morgan Earp
Ric Maddox
Pat Garrett
Marty Collins
John Tunstall
Brian Leider
James Whicher
Eric Rolland
Thomas Durant
Samuel Dunning
Charley Ford
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Ealer
Brian Burstein, Zachary Herrmann, Petra Hoebel, Jordan Rosenblum, Robert Redford
Department Leadership Roster
Brian Burstein
Producer
Zachary Herrmann
Producer
John Ealer
Director
Petra Hoebel
Producer
Jordan Rosenblum
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
International Certification Matrix
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
14+ Parents Strongly Cautioned.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The American West
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What is The American West about?
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.
How many seasons does The American West have?
The American West comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The American West?
Key cast members in The American West include Bert Thomas Morris, Derek Chariton, David H. Stevens, Joseph Carlson, Kera O'Bryon.
Who created or directed The American West?
The American West was developed and directed by John Ealer.