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The Big Valley
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The Big Valley (1969)

7.6
TV_PG

The Big Valley is a TV show set in the Reconstruction era, specifically the 1870s, in California. It revolves around the Barkley family, particularly Victoria Barkley, a strong and independent rancher. She faces various challenges and battles against greedy businessmen, land-grabbers, and dangerous outlaws. With her resourcefulness and determination, Victoria fights for justice and protects her family and their valuable land in the San Joaquin Valley.

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Wanted: Dead or Alive
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Wanted: Dead or Alive (1961)

8

Wanted: Dead or Alive is a TV show set in the 1870s during the American Civil War. The protagonist, a skilled bounty hunter, embarks on perilous missions in the Wild West, showcasing his prowess as a one-person army. The show combines elements of classical western and historical drama, unfolding captivating stories of the loner protagonist navigating the challenges of the 19th century wild frontier.

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Wells Fargo
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Wells Fargo (1962)

7.9
TV_14

Wells Fargo is a classical western TV show set in the 19th century West. It follows the story of a Wells Fargo agent who deals with various challenges such as robberies, conflicts with Apache Indians, and conflicts with outlaws. The show takes place in towns like Phoenix, Globe, and Pinal City as well as landmarks like Tucson Territorial Prison and Apache Wells. It explores themes of law enforcement, frontier life, and the struggle for justice.

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Pistols 'n' Petticoats
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Pistols 'n' Petticoats (1967)

7.2
TV_G
Laramie
Tv Show

Laramie (1963)

7.7
TV_PG

Laramie is a TV show set in Tucson, Arizona during the 1870s. It revolves around the lives of siblings who own a ranch and their encounters with various characters in the Wild West. The show depicts the challenges they face while dealing with stagecoach robberies, the harsh realities of the 19th century, and maintaining their ranch amidst the turmoil of the Wild West.

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Lonesome Dove: The Outlaw Years
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Lonesome Dove: The Outlaw Years (1996)

7.4
TV_14

Lonesome Dove: The Outlaw Years is a TV show set in the wild west during the 1870s. It follows the story of a sheriff, mayor, saloon owner, and bounty hunter as they navigate the challenges of living in the untamed frontier.

The Buccaneers
Tv Show

The Buccaneers (2023)

6.6
TV_14

Sent to secure husbands and titles, young American women explode into the tightly corseted London season of the 1870s, kicking off an Anglo-American culture clash.

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Here Come the Brides
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Here Come the Brides (1970)

7.6
TV_G

Here Come the Brides is a TV show set in the 1870s in Washington Territory. After the American Civil War, a group of women decide to travel to Seattle to find husbands. They are brought there by Aaron Stempel, the owner of the Puget Sound Lumber Company. The show follows the lives of these women as they navigate the challenges of finding love and settling in a new place.

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These Women
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These Women (2005)

7.3

The plot takes place in 1880, in the city of Rio de Janeiro, following the lives of three strong and determined women. Aurélia, Maria da Glória and Mila are great friends who attend etiquette classes together, but life doesn't take long to put them in completely different directions.

Lonesome Dove: The Series
Tv Show

Lonesome Dove: The Series (1995)

7.3

In this TV show set in the 1870s, a southern colonel and a newlywed couple navigate through the challenges of the post-civil war era. They face encounters with Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show, deal with the responsibilities of a sheriff, and experience the trials and triumphs of life in the 19th century.

The Forsyte Saga
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The Forsyte Saga (2003)

8.1
TV_PG

The Forsyte Saga (2002) is a British historical drama set in the Edwardian era. It tells the story of an upper-middle-class family and their struggles with wealth, social issues, and family feuds. The plot revolves around a pathologically jealous husband, a tragic romance, and a forbidden love affair. The series explores themes of male heir, social discrimination, and female subjugation in a patriarchal society. It also delves into the effects of the Boer War and the generation gap. With its costume-drama setting, the show takes place in London, England and features three generational family dynamics spanning from the 1870s to the 1920s.

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The Joseon Gunman
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The Joseon Gunman (2014)

6.9

It’s the 19th Century and as western influences spread across Asia, Korea’s Joseon dynasty is experiencing great upheaval and rapid modernization. As the son of the last great swordsman, Park Yoon Kang is caught between two worlds, but the sudden murder of his father and sister catapult him into the new era as he takes up the gun to avenge their deaths. However, it’s not just his family who needs his protection, but his people as well. Is Park Yoon Kang cut out to be the hero of an era?

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Explore a curated collection of movies and TV shows set in the 1870s. From gripping historical dramas to thrilling westerns, this list includes stories that capture the essence of this transformative decade. Immerse yourself in the struggles and triumphs of characters facing the challenges of the era. Discover captivating narratives, exquisite period details, and powerful performances that transport you back to the 1870s. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply seeking entertainment with a unique backdrop, let SimilarWatch be your guide to the best 1870s cinema and television.

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