30

The Revenant

2015 | 2h 37m | USA | ENGLISH | 17+

[+] Top10nerScore78.526 / 100

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"I ain't afraid to die anymore. I'd done it already."

DIRECTOR: Alejandro González Iñárritu

WRITERS: Alejandro González Iñárritu, Mark L. Smith

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Emmanuel Lubezki

STARRING: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hardy, Domhnall Gleeson, Will Poulter

GENRE: Revisionist Western, Period Drama, Northern

THEME: Survival

In the 1820s, a frontiersman, Hugh Glass, sets out on a path of vengeance against those who left him for dead after a bear mauling.

The Revenant excels as a compelling Western, blending raw survival with stunning cinematography. DiCaprio’s intense performance and Iñárritu’s masterful direction craft a gripping tale of endurance, revenge, and the relentless power of nature. A must-watch for Western fans.

29

The Gunfighter

1950 | 1h 25m | USA | ENGLISH | 12+

[+] Top10nerScore78.646 / 100

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"I don't want 'em to catch up with me anywhere."

DIRECTOR: Henry King

WRITERS: William Sellers, William Bowers, Roger Corman

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Arthur C. Miller

STARRING: Gregory Peck, Helen Westcott, Millard Mitchell, Jean Parker, Karl Malden

GENRE: Revisionist Western

Notorious gunfighter Jimmy Ringo rides into town to find his true love, who doesn’t want to see him. He hasn’t come looking for trouble, but trouble finds him around every corner.

The Gunfighter redefines the Western genre with its compelling narrative and introspective look at the life of a notorious gunslinger. Peck delivers a standout performance, capturing the nuanced struggle between violence and redemption. A timeless classic that still resonates today.

28

Winchester '73

1950 | 1h 32m | USA | ENGLISH | 13+

[+] Top10nerScore78.790 / 100

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"So Dutch shot him... in the back."

DIRECTOR: Anthony Mann

WRITERS: Robert L. Richards, Borden Chase

CINEMATOGRAPHY: William H. Daniels

STARRING: James Stewart, Dan Duryea, Shelley Winters, Stephen McNally, Millard Mitchell, Rock Hudson

GENRE: Revisionist Western, Western

Lin McAdam rides into town on the trail of Dutch Henry Brown, only to find himself in a shooting competition against him. McAdam wins the prize, a one-in-a-thousand Winchester rifle, but Dutch steals it and leaves town. McAdam follows, intent on settling his old quarrel, while the rifle keeps changing hands and touching a number of lives.

Winchester ’73 is a standout Western, brilliantly capturing the rugged spirit of the Old West. Stewart delivers a riveting performance, while Mann’s direction skillfully blends intense action with deep storytelling. A true classic that continues to impress and entertain.

27

Dances with Wolves

1990 | 3h 01m | USA | ENGLISH | 13+

[+] Top10nerScore79.005 / 100

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"Like the stars."

DIRECTOR: Kevin Costner

WRITERS: Michael Blake

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Dean Semler

STARRING: Kevin Costner, Mary McDonnell, Graham Greene

GENRE: Revisionist Western, Period Drama, Epic

Wounded Civil War soldier, John Dunbar tries to commit suicide—and becomes a hero instead. As a reward, he’s assigned to his dream post, a remote junction on the Western frontier, and soon makes unlikely friends with the local Sioux tribe.

Dances with Wolves beautifully revitalizes the western genre with its sweeping landscapes and poignant portrayal of cultural exchange. Costner shines, crafting a mesmerizing narrative that resonates with themes of unity and understanding. A triumph in storytelling.

26

The Hateful Eight

2015 | 3h 08m | USA | ENGLISH | 18+

[+] Top10nerScore79.200 / 100

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"When you get to hell, John, tell them Daisy sent you…"

DIRECTOR: Quentin Tarantino

WRITERS: Quentin Tarantino

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Robert Richardson

STARRING: Samuel L. Jackson, Kurt Russell, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Walton Goggins, Tim Roth, Bruce Dern, Michael Madsen, Demián Bichir

GENRE: Revisionist Western

THEME: Chamber Film

In snowy Wyoming, bounty hunter John Ruth is traveling to Red Rock to bring his fugitive captive Daisy Domergue to justice. On the way, fellow bounty hunter Major Warren joins them. Seeking refuge from a blizzard, they end up in a roadhouse, where they encounter a number of suspicious travelers.

In Tarantino’s Western opus, The Hateful Eight, tension swirls like snowflakes in a Wyoming blizzard. With a stellar ensemble cast and trademark dialogue, it’s a riveting symphony of suspense, betrayal, and dark humor, redefining the Western genre with its raw intensity.

25

True Grit

2010 | 1h 50m | USA | ENGLISH | 13+

[+] Top10nerScore79.801 / 100

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"There is nothing free except the grace of God."

DIRECTOR: Joel Coen, Ethan Coen

WRITERS: Joel Coen, Ethan Coen

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Roger Deakins

STARRING: Hailee Steinfeld, Jeff Bridges, Matt Damon, Josh Brolin

GENRE: Western

A tenacious teenage girl is looking to settle the score with the gunman who killed her father. She enlists the help of a U.S. Marshal- also a belligerent drunk- to aid in her vengeful quest across the desert to dispense some Old West justice.

True Grit ropes in audiences with its authentic portrayal of the Wild West, delivering a gripping narrative layered with compelling characters. With standout performances and breathtaking visuals, it’s a modern classic in the Western genre, riding high on its own brand of gritty charm.

24

Dead Man

1995 | 2h 01m | USA | ENGLISH | 16+

[+] Top10nerScore80.487 / 100

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"I preferred to be called Nobody."

DIRECTOR: Jim Jarmusch

WRITERS: Jim Jarmusch

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Robby Müller

STARRING: Johnny Depp, Gary Farmer, Crispin Glover, Lance Henriksen, Michael Wincott

GENRE: Acid Western

On the run after murdering a man, accountant William Blake encounters a strange North American man named Nobody who prepares him for his journey into the spiritual world.

Jarmusch’s Dead Man redefines the western genre with its surreal narrative and haunting visuals. Johnny Depp’s compelling performance, coupled with Neil Young’s evocative score, creates a mesmerizing journey through the American frontier that captivates and intrigues.

23

Shane

1953 | 1h 58m | USA | ENGLISH | 10+

[+] Top10nerScore80.527 / 100

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"Joey, there's no living with... with a killing."

DIRECTOR: George Stevens

WRITERS: Jack Sher, A.B. Guthrie Jr.

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Loyal Griggs

STARRING: Alan Ladd, Jean Arthur, Van Heflin, Brandon deWilde

GENRE: Western

Shane is a soft-spoken ex-gunfighter who becomes a farm hand for a frontier family. All the local homesteaders are terrorised by a ruthless cattleman, and Shane reluctantly faces the fact that his gunfighting skills are of more use than his farm labour.

Shane is a quintessential Western that stands the test of time. With breathtaking cinematography and powerful performances, it captures the rugged spirit of the frontier. Alan Ladd’s portrayal of the mysterious gunslinger leaves an indelible mark on the genre.

22

The Magnificent Seven

1960 | 2h 08m | USA | ENGLISH | 12+

[+] Top10nerScore80.727 / 100

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"That's just the kind you've got to keep."

DIRECTOR: John Sturges

WRITERS: Walter Bernstein, Walter Newman, William Roberts

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Charles Lang

STARRING: Yul Brynner, Steve McQueen, Charles Bronson, Robert Vaughn, Eli Wallach, Horst Buchholz, Brad Dexter, James Coburn

GENRE: Western

THEME: Siege Film

An oppressed Mexican peasant village hires seven gunfighters to help defend their homes.

The Magnificent Seven stands as a timeless Western, blending thrilling action, rich character development, and Elmer Bernstein’s iconic score. This classic tale of heroism and sacrifice, under Sturges’ helm, continues to captivate audiences with its enduring charm and spirit.

21

The Great Silence

'Il grande silenzio'

1968 | 1h 46m | ITALY & FRANCE | ITALIAN | 16+

[+] Top10nerScore81.105 / 100

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"Because wherever he goes, the silence of death follows."

DIRECTOR: Sergio Corbucci

WRITERS: Sergio Corbucci, Mario Amendola, Bruno Corbucci, Vittoriano Petrilli

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Silvano Ippoliti

STARRING: Jean-Louis Trintignant, Klaus Kinski, Luigi Pistilli, Frank Wolff, Vonetta McGee

GENRE: Spaghetti Western, Revisionist Western

A mute gunslinger fights in the defense of a group of outlaws and a vengeful young widow, against a group of ruthless bounty hunters.

In The Great Silence, Corbucci subverts Western tropes with stark, snow-covered landscapes and morally ambiguous characters. Its bleak beauty and haunting score challenge the genre, offering a poignant reflection on justice and humanity in the wild west.

20

The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford

2007 | 2h 40m | USA | ENGLISH | 16+

[+] Top10nerScore82.127 / 100

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"Don't that picture look dusty?"

DIRECTOR: Andrew Dominik

WRITERS: Andrew Dominik

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Roger Deakins

STARRING: Brad Pitt, Casey Affleck, Sam Shepard, Mary-Louise Parker

GENRE: Revisionist Western, Period Drama

Outlaw Jesse James is rumored to be the ‘fastest gun in the West’. An eager recruit into James’ notorious gang, Robert Ford eventually grows jealous of the famed outlaw and, when Robert and his brother sense an opportunity to kill James, their murderous action elevates their target to near mythical status.

In Dominik’s brooding Western opus, The Assassination of Jesse James, Brad Pitt delivers a mesmerizing portrayal of the legendary outlaw. The film’s atmospheric cinematography and haunting score create an immersive journey into the complexities of heroism and betrayal.

19

The Outlaw
Josey Wales

1976 | 2h 15m | USA | ENGLISH | 15+

[+] Top10nerScore82.355 / 100

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"Dyin' ain't much of a living, boy."

DIRECTOR: Clint Eastwood

WRITERS: Philip Kaufman, Sonia Chernus 

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Bruce Surtees

STARRING: Clint Eastwood, Chief Dan George, Sondra Locke, Bill McKinney, John Vernon, Sam Bottoms

GENRE: Revisionist Western

After avenging his family’s brutal murder, Wales is pursued by a pack of soldiers. He prefers to travel alone, but ragtag outcasts are drawn to him – and Wales can’t bring himself to leave them unprotected.

In his post-Civil War Western, The Outlaw Josey Wales, Clint Eastwood skillfully rekindles the spirit of his iconic Man With No Name character. This marks the start of Eastwood’s remarkable journey into genre revision, solidifying his status as a Western cinema innovator.

18

The Ox-Bow Incident

1943 | 1h 16m | USA | ENGLISH | 13+

[+] Top10nerScore83.593 / 100

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"Hangin' is any man's business that's around."

DIRECTOR: William A. Wellman

WRITERS: Lamar Trotti

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Arthur C. Miller

STARRING: Henry Fonda, Dana Andrews, Mary Beth Hughes

GENRE: Western

Gil Carter and Art Croft ride into a small Nevada town plagued by cattle thieves. Initially suspected of being the rustlers themselves, Carter and Croft eventually join a posse out to get the criminals, who also may be involved in a recent shooting. When the posse closes in on a group that could be the fugitives, they must decide on a course of action, with numerous lives hanging in the balance.

In the rugged terrain of the Old West, The Ox-Bow Incident transcends typical Western fare, delving deep into morality and justice. Its raw authenticity and powerful performances ignite contemplation long after the credits roll. A timeless exploration of the human condition.

17

A Fistful of Dollars

'Per un pugno di dollari

1964 | 1h 39m | ITALY, ESP & FRG | ENG/ITA | 13+

[+] Top10nerScore83.691 / 100

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"My mistake. Four coffins…"

DIRECTOR: Sergio Leone

WRITERS: Sergio Leone, Víctor Andrés Catena, Jaime Comas Gil, Adriano Bolzoni

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Federico G. Larraya, Massimo Dallamano

STARRING: Clint Eastwood, Marianne Koch, Gian Maria Volonté, Wolfgang Lukschy

GENRE: Spaghetti Western

The Man With No Name enters the Mexican village of San Miguel in the midst of a power struggle among the three Rojo brothers and sheriff John Baxter. When a regiment of Mexican soldiers bearing gold intended to pay for new weapons is waylaid by the Rojo brothers, the stranger inserts himself into the middle of the long-simmering battle, selling false information to both sides for his own benefit.

A Fistful of Dollars redefines the Western genre with Clint Eastwood’s iconic portrayal of the enigmatic stranger. Leone’s direction blends gritty action with gripping suspense, crafting a timeless classic that continues to captivate audiences with its raw intensity and style.

16

Johnny Guitar

1954 | 1h 50m | USA | ENGLISH | 12+

[+] Top10nerScore83.803 / 100

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"Must be a great comfort to you to be a man."

DIRECTOR: Nicholas Ray

WRITERS: Nicholas Ray, Ben Maddow, Philip Yordan

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Harry Stradling Sr.

STARRING: Joan Crawford, Sterling Hayden, Mercedes McCambridge, Scott Brady

GENRE: Revisionist Western

On the outskirts of town, the hard-nosed Vienna owns a saloon frequented by the undesirables of the region, including Dancin’ Kid and his gang. Another patron of Vienna’s establishment is Johnny Guitar, a former gunslinger and her lover. When a heist is pulled in town that results in a man’s death, Emma Small, Vienna’s rival, rallies the townsfolk to take revenge on Vienna’s saloon – even without proof of her wrongdoing.

Johnny Guitar is a Western gem, blending fierce feminism with stunning visuals. Its bold direction and electrifying performances, especially Joan Crawford’s, elevate it to a genre-defying classic. A must-see for those craving a cinematic rebellion against conventions.

15

McCabe & Mrs. Miller

1971 | 2h 00m | USA | ENGLISH | 16+

[+] Top10nerScore84.200 / 100

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"I've got poetry in me!"

DIRECTOR: Robert Altman

WRITERS: Robert Altman, Brian McKay

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Vilmos Zsigmond

STARRING: Warren Beatty, Julie Christie, Rene Auberjonois, William Devane

GENRE: Revisionist Western, Drama

MOVEMENT: New Hollywood 

A gambler and a prostitute become business partners in a remote Old West mining town, and their enterprise thrives until a large corporation arrives on the scene.

McCabe & Mrs. Miller redefines the Western genre with its atmospheric storytelling and deeply nuanced characters. Altman’s masterful direction, paired with the compelling performances by Beatty and Christie, crafts a poetic, gritty tale that’s both haunting and unforgettable.

14

Red River

1948 | 2h 13m | USA | ENGLISH | 12+

Top10nerScore84.758 / 100

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"You earned it."

DIRECTOR: Howard Hawks

WRITERS: Borden Chase, Charles Schnee

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Russell Harlan

STARRING: John Wayne, Montgomery Clift, Walter Brennan, Joanne Dru

GENRE: Western

Headstrong Thomas Dunson starts a thriving Texas cattle ranch with the help of his faithful trail hand, Groot, and his protégé, Matthew Garth, an orphan Dunson took under his wing when Matt was a boy. In need of money following the Civil War, Dunson and Matt lead a cattle drive to Missouri, where they will get a better price than locally, but the crotchety older man and his willful young partner begin to butt heads on the exhausting journey.

Red River is a quintessential Western that rides high on the range of cinema excellence. With its gripping narrative, stellar performances, and breathtaking landscapes, it corrals audiences into a thrilling frontier saga that’s as timeless as the wild, wild west itself.

13

My Darling Clementine

1946 | 1h 37m | USA | ENGLISH | 11+

[+] Top10nerScore85.154 / 100

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"No, I've been a bartender all me life."

DIRECTOR: John Ford

WRITERS: Sam Hellman, Samuel G. Engel, Winston Miller

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Joseph MacDonald

STARRING: Henry Fonda, Victor Mature, Linda Darnell, Walter Brennan, Tim Holt, Cathy Downs

GENRE: Western, Drama

Wyatt Earp and his brothers Morgan and Virgil ride into Tombstone and leave brother James in charge of their cattle herd. On their return they find their cattle stolen and James dead. Wyatt takes on the job of town marshal, making his brothers deputies, and vows to stay in Tombstone until James’ killers are found. 

In John Ford’s classic Western My Darling Clementine, the desert becomes a canvas for storytelling mastery. With poignant performances and stunning cinematography, it’s a testament to the genre’s enduring power, seamlessly blending action with emotion.

12

Butch Cassidy and
the Sundance Kid

1969 | 1h 51m | USA | ENGLISH | 13+

[+] Top10nerScore85.487 / 100

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"One hell of a time to tell me!"

DIRECTOR: George Roy Hill

WRITERS: William Goldman

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Conrad L. Hall

STARRING: Paul Newman, Robert Redford, Katharine Ross

GENRE: Revisionist Western 

THEME: Buddy

MOVEMENT: New Hollywood

In late 1890s Wyoming, Butch Cassidy is the affable, clever and talkative leader of the outlaw Hole in the Wall Gang. His closest companion is the laconic dead-shot ‘Sundance Kid’. As the west rapidly becomes civilized, the law finally catches up to Butch, Sundance and their gang. Chased doggedly by a special posse, the two decide to make their way to South America in hopes of evading their pursuers once and for all.

A trailblazing icon of the Western genre, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid effortlessly blends action, wit, and camaraderie. With its dynamic duo redefining the cowboy archetype, it remains an enduring testament to friendship amid tumultuous times.

11

High Noon

1952 | 1h 25m | USA | ENGLISH | 11+

[+] Top10nerScore86.807 / 100

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"For what? For nothing. For a tin star."

DIRECTOR: Fred Zinnemann

WRITERS: Carl Foreman, John W. Cunningham

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Floyd Crosby

STARRING: Gary Cooper, Grace Kelly, Thomas Mitchell, Lloyd Bridges, Katy Jurado

GENRE: Western, Drama

Will Kane, the sheriff of a small town in New Mexico, learns a notorious outlaw he put in jail has been freed, and will be arriving on the noon train. Knowing the outlaw and his gang are coming to kill him, Kane is determined to stand his ground, so he gathers a posse from among the local townspeople.

High Noon stands as a towering pillar in the annals of Western cinema, with its gripping tale of courage against insurmountable odds. Its raw authenticity and moral complexity elevate it to a timeless classic, leaving a lasting impression on the genre.

INTRODUCING...

THE TOP 10
WESTERNS
OF ALL TIME

10

Django Unchained

2012 | 2h 45m | USA | ENGLISH | 17+

[+] Top10nerScore86.961 / 100

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"I like the way you die, boy."

DIRECTOR: Quentin Tarantino

WRITERS: Quentin Tarantino

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Robert Richardson

STARRING: Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz, Leonardo DiCaprio, Samuel L. Jackson, Kerry Washington

GENRE: Revisionist Western, Black Comedy

Two years before the Civil War, Django, a slave, finds himself accompanying an unorthodox German bounty hunter named Dr. King Schultz on a mission to capture the vicious Brittle brothers. Their mission successful, Schultz frees Django, and together they hunt the South’s most-wanted criminals.

Django Unchained redefines the Western genre with its bold storytelling and stellar performances. Tarantino’s unique vision coupled with Foxx and Waltz’s chemistry creates an unforgettable cinematic experience, addressing historical injustices with raw honesty and cinematic flair.

09

Stagecoach

1939 | 1h 36m | USA | ENGLISH | 10+

[+] Top10nerScore87.029 / 100

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"I can find another wife easy, yes, but not a horse like that!"

DIRECTOR: John Ford

WRITERS: Ben Hecht, Dudley Nichols, Ernest Haycox

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Bert Glennon

STARRING: John Wayne, Claire Trevor, Thomas Mitchell, John Carradine, Andy Devine, George Bancroft

GENRE: Western

THEME: Road Movie

A group of people traveling on a stagecoach find their journey complicated by the threat of Geronimo, and learn something about each other in the process.

Stagecoach gallops onto the screen with gripping storytelling and iconic performances. A trailblazing Western that set the stage for the genre’s evolution, it’s a timeless classic weaving drama and action seamlessly. A must-watch for cinephiles and Western enthusiasts alike.

08

For a Few
Dollars More

'Per qualche dollaro in più'

1965 | 2h 12m | ITALY, ESP & GER | ENG/ITA | 13+

[+] Top10nerScore87.376 / 100

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"Alive or dead? It's your choice."

DIRECTOR: Sergio Leone

WRITERS: Sergio Leone, Fulvio Morsella, Luciano Vincenzoni

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Massimo Dallamano

STARRING: Clint Eastwood, Lee Van Cleef, Gian Maria Volonté, Klaus Kinski, Luigi Pistilli, Mara Krupp

GENRE: Spaghetti Western

The cigar-chewing ‘Man With No Name’ is back in this sequel to A Fistful of Dollars. Following a duel, Col. Mortimer and The Man team up to collect the reward for wanted fugitive ruffian El Indio.

In the vast, untamed terrain of Western cinema, For a Few Dollars More stands tall like a lone gunslinger, its gripping narrative and electrifying performances painting a vivid portrait of the Wild West. A timeless classic that resonates with every echoing gunshot.

07

The Wild Bunch

1969 | 2h 25m | USA | ENGLISH | 16+

[+] Top10nerScore87.942 / 100

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'UNCHANGED MEN IN A CHANGING LAND'

DIRECTOR: Sam Peckinpah

WRITERS: Walon Green, Roy N. Sickner, Sam Peckinpah

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Lucien Ballard

STARRING: William Holden, Ernest Borgnine, Robert Ryan, Warren Oates, Edmond O’Brien, Ben Johnson

GENRE: Revisionist Western 

MOVEMENT: New Hollywood

Aging outlaw, Pike Bishop prepares to retire after one final robbery. Joined by his gang, Dutch Engstrom and brothers Lyle and Tector Gorch, Bishop discovers the heist is a setup orchestrated in part by a former partner, Deke Thornton. As the remaining gang takes refuge in Mexican territory, Thornton trails them—resulting in fierce gunfights with plenty of casualties.

The Wild Bunch redefined the Western genre with its gritty realism and morally complex characters. Its groundbreaking action sequences and poignant exploration of loyalty and redemption make it a timeless classic that continues to resonate with audiences today.

06

Rio Bravo

1959 | 2h 21m | USA | ENGLISH | 10+

[+] Top10nerScore88.556 / 100

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"You want that gun, pick it up. I wish you would."

DIRECTOR: Howard Hawks

WRITERS: Jules Furthman, Leigh Brackett

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Russell Harlan

STARRING: John Wayne, Dean Martin, Ricky Nelson, Angie Dickinson, Walter Brennan

GENRE: Western

THEME: Buddy, Siege Film

The sheriff of a small town in southwest Texas must keep custody of a murderer whose brother, a powerful rancher, is trying to help him escape. After a friend is killed trying to muster support for him, he and his deputies – a disgraced drunk and a cantankerous old cripple – must find a way to hold out against the rancher’s hired guns until the marshal arrives. In the meantime, matters are complicated by the presence of a young gunslinger – and a mysterious beauty who just came in on the last stagecoach.

In the expansive terrain of Western cinema, Rio Bravo stands tall like a rugged frontier sentinel. Its timeless allure weaves through the desert winds, guided by Hawks’ mastery and bolstered by the camaraderie of its stellar cast. An enduring testament to the genre’s glory.

05

The Searchers

1956 | 1h 59m | USA | ENGLISH | 12+

[+] Top10nerScore89.533 / 100

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"That'll be the day."

DIRECTOR: John Ford

WRITERS: Frank S. Nugent

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Winton C. Hoch

STARRING: John Wayne, Jeffrey Hunter, Vera Miles, Ward Bond, Natalie Wood, Henry Brandon

GENRE: Western

As a Civil War veteran spends years searching for a young niece captured by Indians, his motivation becomes increasingly questionable.

In John Ford’s iconic Western, The Searchers, the vast, untamed landscape of the American West serves as both backdrop and character, as John Wayne’s haunting performance navigates themes of redemption and reconciliation. A timeless exploration of the human spirit.

04

The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance

1962 | 2h 03m | USA | ENGLISH | 12+

[+] Top10nerScore89.882 / 100

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"When the legend becomes fact, print the legend."

DIRECTOR: John Ford

WRITERS: Willis Goldbeck, James Warner Bellah, Dorothy M. Johnson

CINEMATOGRAPHY: William H. Clothier

STARRING: John Wayne, James Stewart, Lee Marvin, Vera Miles, Edmond O’Brien, Andy Devine

GENRE: Western, Drama

Questions arise when a Senator returns to a small Western town to attend the funeral of a local man he once saved from a notorious outlaw who spread terror across the town. He reveals the truth behind his ‘good’ deed.

A landmark in cinematic storytelling, The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance is a riveting Western that delves deep into the complexities of justice and honor. With John Wayne and Jimmy Stewart at the helm, it delivers gripping performances and timeless themes.

03

Unforgiven

1992 | 2h 10m | USA | ENGLISH | 16+

[+] Top10nerScore90.237 / 100

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"We all got it coming, kid."

DIRECTOR: Clint Eastwood

WRITERS: David Webb Peoples

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Jack N. Green

STARRING: Clint Eastwood, Gene Hackman, Morgan Freeman, Richard Harris, Jaimz Woolvett

GENRE: Revisionist Western, Drama, Period Drama

William Munny is a retired, once-ruthless killer turned gentle widower and hog farmer. To help support his two motherless children, he accepts one last bounty-hunter mission to find the men who brutalized a prostitute. Joined by his former partner and a cocky greenhorn, he takes on a corrupt sheriff.

Unforgiven revitalizes the Western genre with Clint Eastwood’s gritty direction and powerful performance. This gripping tale of redemption and violence is a cinematic triumph, blending raw emotion with stark realism, making it a must-watch for fans of Westerns and beyond.

02

Once Upon a Time
in the West

'C'era una volta il West'

1968 | 2h 46m | ITALY & USA | ENG/ITA | 14+

[+] Top10nerScore95.829 / 100

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"You brought two too many."

DIRECTOR: Sergio Leone

WRITERS: Sergio Leone, Dario Argento, Bernardo Bertolucci, Sergio Donati, Mickey Knox

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Tonino Delli Colli

STARRING: Henry Fonda, Charles Bronson, Claudia Cardinale, Jason Robards, Gabriele Ferzetti

GENRE: Spaghetti Western

A widow whose land and life are in danger as the railroad is getting closer and closer to taking them over. A mysterious harmonica player joins forces with a desperado to protect the woman and her land.

Once Upon a Time in the West, has earned acclaim for its breathtaking visuals, Morricone’s iconic score, and a gripping narrative transcending traditional Western tropes. Leone masterfully blends character depth with a visually stunning portrayal of the American frontier.

01

The Good, the Bad
and the Ugly

'Il buono, il brutto, il cattivo'

1966 | 2h 41m | ITALY | ENG/ITA | 14+

[+] Top10nerScore98.094 / 100

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"When you have to shoot, shoot. Don't talk."

DIRECTOR: Sergio Leone

WRITERS: Sergio Leone, Luciano Vincenzoni, Agenore Incrocci, Furio Scarpelli, Mickey Knox

CINEMATOGRAPHY: Tonino Delli Colli

STARRING: Clint Eastwood, Lee Van Cleef, Eli Wallach, Aldo Giuffrè, Luigi Pistilli, Rada Rassimov

GENRE: Spaghetti Western

While the Civil War rages on between the Union and the Confederacy, three men – a quiet gunslinger, a ruthless hitman, and a Mexican bandit – comb the American Southwest in search of a strongbox containing $200,000 in stolen gold.

A masterpiece of epic proportions, The Good, the Bad and the Ugly is praised for its colossal scope, Ennio Morricone’s unforgettable score and revolutionary cinematography. Leone’s expertise and the iconic trio of Eastwood, Van Cleef, and Wallach make it a timeless classic, cementing its status as…
The Greatest Western of All Time

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Black God, White Devil1964
Hell or High Water2016
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The Lusty Men1952
The Rider2017
The Treasure of the Sierra Madre1948
The Wind1928

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Bend of the River1952
Bone Tomahawk2015
Day of the Outlaw1959
Forty Guns1957
Gunfight at the O.K. Corral1957
Heaven’s Gate1980
Hombre1967
Hostiles2017
Meek’s Cutoff2010
My Name Is Nobody1973
One-Eyed Jacks1961
Sergeant Rutledge1960
Seven Brides for Seven Brothers1954
Slow West2015
The Ballad of Cable Hogue1970
The Far Country1954
The Good, The Bad, The Weird2008
The Shootist1976
The Sisters Brothers2018
The Westerner1940

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