Gunslingers
Overview
Gunslingers uncovers the captivating narratives of survival and bravery from the Wild West, spotlighting both celebrated and notorious figures. This six-part series dives into the lives of iconic characters like Wyatt Earp, Billy the Kid, Jesse James, Wild Bill Hickok, John Wesley Hardin, and Tom Horn. Each episode combines dramatic reenactments with insightful commentary from experts, ensuring a rich exploration of these historical tales. Notable contributors include David Milch, creator of Deadwood, Bob Boze Bell from True West Magazine, and actor Kurt Russell, known for his role in Tombstone.
Episodes
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1
The Tombstone Vendetta
The story unfolds from Wyatt Earp's perspective as he reflects on the infamous shootout at the OK Corral and the subsequent "Tombstone Vendetta." Thro...
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2
Billy the Kid: The Phantom of Lincoln County
In a brutal landscape where corruption reigns supreme, an unexpected hero rises to fight for justice and seek vengeance. By the time he met his end at...
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3
Jesse James: The South's Last Rebel
Emerging from the remnants of the Confederacy, a daring outlaw sets his sights on wealth and revenge. Jesse James is viewed by many as a contemporary ...
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4
Wild Bill: Marksman... and Marked Man
Once the most renowned figure of the Old West, he finds himself outliving his own myth, making him a prime target for aspiring gunslingers who are det...
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5
John Wesley Hardin: The Dark Heart of Texas
In the chaotic period following the Civil War, a reckless gunslinger embarks on a violent mission, targeting anyone who opposes his beliefs about free...
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6
Tom Horn: Grim Reaper of the Rockies
In the evolving landscape of the Wild West, a shadowy assassin carries out hits for those determined to maintain the chaotic old ways, where might mak...
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Butch Cassidy: The Perfect Criminal
Butch Cassidy was a master of evasion, and as long as he lived, no one could outsmart him. He was an outlaw who relied more on his cleverness than his...
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2
Seth Bullock: Sheriff of Deadwood
In the lawless mining camp of Deadwood, filled with brutality and corruption, Seth Bullock emerges as the sole steady presence, striving to keep compl...
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3
Bat Masterson: Defender of Dodge
Bat Masterson was a sharp-dressed gunfighter known for his skills as a gambler, hunter, Indian fighter, and scout. Yet, his most defining role was tha...
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4
Bass Reeves: The Real Lone Ranger
Bass Reeves stands out as an extraordinary lawman. Once a slave liberated by the Civil War, he now tracks down criminals in some of the most perilous ...
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5
Bill Doolin: The Oklahombres
By the 1890s, the Frontier was a thing of the past, yet Bill Doolin kept its spirit alive. He wreaked havoc across Oklahoma with his audacious heists ...
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6
Deacon Jim Miller: The Pious Assassin
To his neighbors, he appeared to be a devoted family man. However, the final sight for his victims was a shotgun pointed at their heads. Deacon Jim Mi...