Bert Thomas Morris
Narrator (voice)
Series
Watch The American West (2016) Online
6.731 votes2016TV-141hEndedDocumentaryWesternAction & AdventureCrime
Synopsis
“The truth is always wilder.”
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.
Episodes
Season 1
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1. America DividedNow viewing2016-06-111hJesse 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.
2. Two Front War2016-06-181hJesse 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.
3. Blood and Gold2016-06-251h8.0Allan 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.
4. Showdown2016-07-021hCuster 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.
5. Outlaw Rising2016-07-091hBilly 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.
6. The Big Killing2016-07-161h8.0Billy 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.
7. Frontier Justice2016-07-231hBilly the Kid and Pat Garrett's cat-and-mouse game comes to a head. Wyatt Earp moves to Tombstone. Sitting Bull returns to America.
8. The Last Vendetta2016-07-301hIn 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.
Cast
Top Billed Cast
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Derek Chariton
Billy the Kid
David H. Stevens
Jesse James
No photo 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
No photo Will Strongheart
Crazy Horse
Mo Brings Plenty
Sitting Bull
No photo Jonathan C. Stewart
Wyatt Earp
No photo Nick Bialis
Morgan Earp
Ric Maddox
Pat Garrett
No photo Marty Collins
John Tunstall
No photo Brian Leider
James Whicher
No photo Eric Rolland
Thomas Durant
Samuel Dunning
Charley Ford
No photo Deven Davenport
Tom McLaury
Michael Chmiel
Ike Clanton
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The American West available to watch online?
Yes - see the "Where to watch legally" section on this page for streaming, rental and purchase options.
How many seasons does The American West have?
The American West has 1 season and 8 episodes.
When did The American West first air?
The American West first aired in 2016.
Is The American West still running?
The American West's status on TMDB is: Ended.
What genre is The American West?
The American West is classified as Documentary, Western, Action & Adventure, Crime, Drama.