TV series
The American West
2016, English, on AMC.
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.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 8
- Episode length
- 60 min
- Status
- Ended in 2016
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Latest episode
S1 E8: The Last Vendetta
Aired 30 July 2016
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Bert Thomas MorrisNarrator (voice) · 8 ep
- Derek CharitonBilly the Kid · 8 ep
- David H. StevensJesse James · 8 ep
- Joseph CarlsonFrank James · 8 ep
- Kera O'BryonZerelda James · 8 ep
- Morgan LundUlysses S. Grant · 8 ep
- Jim JackmanRutherford B. Hayes · 8 ep
- Mike MarundeWilliam Tecumseh Sherman · 8 ep
- John C. BaileyGen. George Armstrong Custer · 8 ep
- Will StrongheartCrazy Horse · 8 ep
- Mo Brings PlentySitting Bull · 8 ep
- Jonathan C. StewartWyatt Earp · 8 ep
Details
- First aired
- 11 June 2016
- Last aired
- 30 July 2016
- Network
- AMC
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Miniseries
- Rated
- TV-14
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The American West: quick answers
Is The American West worth watching?
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How many seasons of The American West are there?
The American West has 1 season and 8 episodes, about 60 minutes each.
Is The American West finished?
Yes. The American West ended in 2016, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The American West on?
The American West isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
The American West parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The American West is rated TV-14. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like The American West?
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