Set in the 19th century Wild West, 'Have Gun, Will Travel' follows the adventures of a skilled gunfighter named Paladin who travels across the American frontier offering his services to those in need. From protecting innocent victims to seeking justice, Paladin's gun and wit are always at the ready to solve the problems of the Old West.
Bonanza is a classic TV show set in the Wild West during the 19th century. It revolves around the adventures of a family of ranchers living in Nevada. The show focuses on the daily life of the Cartwright family, led by their single-father patriarch. The close-knit family deals with various challenges and conflicts while managing their ranch and navigating through the evolving landscapes of early America. With themes of family, loyalty, and the spirit of the Wild West, Bonanza remains an iconic representation of the American frontier.
Westworld takes place in a technologically advanced Wild-West-themed amusement park called Westworld. The park is populated by lifelike AI androids called hosts, who are indistinguishable from humans. Guests can indulge in their wildest desires, whether it be having romantic encounters or going on adrenaline-pumping adventures. However, the delicate balance between AI and human begins to unravel as some hosts start exhibiting signs of sentience and rebel against their programming. The show explores themes of consciousness, morality, and the boundaries of artificial intelligence.
Set in the Arizona Territory during the 1870s, The High Chaparral follows the Cannon family as they navigate life in the Wild West. With conflicts between settlers, Native American tribes, and the remnants of the Confederacy, the show explores themes of survival, family, and the clash of cultures.
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.
Hell on Wheels (2011) follows the story of a former slave, Cullen Bohannon, who seeks revenge for the death of his wife by working on the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad. Set in the 19th-century American Wild West, the show delves into the violent and brutal realities of that time period, exploring themes of survival, racism, and the clash of different cultures.
Dr. Michaela Quinn moves from Boston to the rugged Western frontier town of Colorado Springs in the 19th century. Despite the challenges and prejudices she faces as a female doctor, she is determined to practice medicine and help the people in her community.
Follow the Ingalls family as they navigate the challenges and joys of life in Walnut Grove, Minnesota in the late 1800s. With themes of family, love, and resilience, this iconic TV show captures the essence of life on the prairie.
Spirit: Riding Free is an animated TV show that follows the story of a young girl who forms a deep connection with a wild horse named Spirit. Together, they go on exciting adventures in the Wild West, facing various challenges and forming lasting friendships along the way.
The Gene Autry Show is an American western/cowboy television series which aired for 91 episodes on CBS from July 23, 1950 until August 7, 1956, originally sponsored by Wrigley's Doublemint chewing gum.
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.
The Young Riders follows a group of young Pony Express riders as they deliver mail across the Wild West. Along their journeys, they encounter various challenges and obstacles, including conflicts with Native Americans, racial tensions, and personal struggles. The series explores themes of friendship, bravery, and the spirit of the Wild West.
The Huckleberry Hound Show is a nostalgic and classic animated TV show set in the wild west featuring Huckleberry Hound, an anthropomorphic blue dog with a southern accent. He goes on various adventures, often getting involved in comedic situations with his friends Yogi Bear, Hokey Wolf, and other cartoon characters. The show is known for its slapstick comedy and hand-drawn animation.
The Adventures of Jim Bowie is an American Western television series that aired on ABC from 1956 to 1958. Its setting was the 1830s-era Louisiana Territory. The series was an adaptation of the book Tempered Blade, by Monte Barrett. The series stars Scott Forbes as the real-life adventurer Jim Bowie. The series initially portrayed Jim Bowie as something of an outdoors-man, riding his horse through the wilderness near his home in Opelousas, where he would stumble across someone needing his assistance. He was aided by the Bowie Knife, his ever-present weapon. He designed it in the first episode, The Birth of the Blade.
Death Valley Days is an anthology of true events and stories from the American Old West. It showcases various dramatic situations and explores the legends, law, and order, and the challenges faced in the deserts and mountains of the Western frontier.
Alias Smith and Jones follows the adventures of two outlaws, Hannibal Heyes and Kid Curry, who are trying to go straight and escape their past criminal activities. However, they are pursued by a relentless bounty hunter named Lom Trevors. The series is set in the Wild West of the 19th century and combines elements of crime and comedy.
The Wild Wild West follows the adventures of James West, a government agent, and Artemus Gordon, a master of disguise. Together, they fight crime in the wild west during the 19th century. The show combines action, adventure, comedy, and spy spoof elements.
Follow the story of how the Old West was won—and lost—through the blood, sweat and tears of many. Spanning 15 years before, during and following the Civil War from 1859 to 1874, embark on an emotional journey across a country at war with itself, experienced through the lens of families, friends and foes all attempting to discover what it truly means to be the United States of America.
Dead Man's Gun was a western anthology series that ran on Showtime from 1997 to 1999. The series followed the travels of a gun as it passed to a new character in each episode. The gun would change the life of whomever possessed it. Each episode was narrated by Kris Kristofferson. The executive producer was Henry Winkler.
The Restless Gun is an American western television series that appeared on NBC between 1957 and 1959, with John Payne in the role of Vint Bonner, a wandering cowboy in the era after the American Civil War. A skilled gunfighter, Bonner is an idealistic person who prefers peaceful resolutions of conflict wherever possible. He is gregarious, intelligent, and public-spirited. The half-hour black-and-white program aired seventy-eight episodes. Jeanne Bates appeared in varying roles with Payne in five episodes of The Restless Gun. The Restless Gun theme song begins: "I ride with the wind, my eyes on the sun, and my hand on my restless gun..." The song composer is probably Paul Dunlap, credited as the primary series composer, but could have been contributed to by either of the two other series composers, Dave Kahn and Stanley Wilson, also. Two versions are currently posted on YouTube, but neither posting lists any composer or performance credits.