Westerns

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Classic Western Movies on TV This Week: November 17-23

From ‘Stagecoach’ to ‘Unforgiven,’ catch every classic Western airing this week.

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How Well Do You Remember These Classic 1950s TV Westerns?

There were over 30 Westerns on TV in the ’50s.

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Classic Western Movies on TV This Week: November 9-16

Giddyup into tons of classic and newer Westerns this week.

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How Well Do You Remember the HBO Western ‘Deadwood?’

Take our ‘Deadwood’ quiz and find out how well you remember the show.

THE QUICK AND THE DEAD, Leonardo Di Caprio, Gene Hackman, 1995, (c) TriStar/courtesy Everett Collection

30 Years Later: What Happened to the Cast of ‘The Quick and the Dead’?

The stacked cast included Sharon Stone, Russell Crow, Leonardo DiCaprio, and many more.

BONANZA, from left: Lorne Greene, Michael Landon, Pernell Roberts, 1960, 1959-1973.

Check Out MeTV’s Daily Western Schedule

Get your fill of classic Westerns for free every day of the week.

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Which Western TV Shows Can You Watch on Amazon Prime?

There are some great ones you can watch right now.

DEADWOOD, Ian McShane, Timothy Olyphant, 2004-2006, (Season 2), photo: © HBO

Why Did HBO Really Cancel ‘Deadwood’?

The show ended on a cliffhanger due to money issues, but then it escalated.

Ken Curtis as Festus in Gunsmoke

How Many ‘Gunsmoke’ Characters Did Ken Curtis Play Besides Festus?

Curtis also played a con man, a Kiowa scout and a killer who looked just like Festus!

SUGARFOOT, from left, Eve Brent, Will Hutchins, Connie Stevens, 'Misfire,' aired December 10, 1957

Which Unstreamable Classic Shows Are on MeTV’s New All-Western Channel?

WEST is bringing some very rare Western shows back to TV.

GUNSMOKE, from left: Amanda Blake, James Arness, Milburn Stone, (September 29, 1973), 1955-1975

Which Two ‘Gunsmoke’ Stars Hated Each Other at First?

And how did they finally work things out?

AMERICAN GRAFFITI, Ron Howard, 1973

This Forgotten ‘Gunsmoke’ Episode Starred a Young Ron Howard

It was the actor/ director’s only appearance on the show.

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Find Out What’s Scheduled for MeTV’s New Classic Western Spinoff Channel WEST

Find out what’s on the menu when it premieres on September 29.

GUNSMOKE, Bette Davis, 'The Jailer' (Season 12, aired October 1, 1966), 1955-75.

The Sad Reason Bette Davis Appeared on ‘Gunsmoke’

The Oscar-winning actress felt that at that point in her career, “nobody cares.”

BONANZA, Dan Blocker, 1959-1973

The Surprising Career Dan Blocker Nearly Chose Before ‘Bonanza’

He actually tried to switch careers again, after he became a TV star.

GUNSMOKE, Ken Curtis, 1955-1975, horse

The Real Story of Why Ken Curtis’ Festus Joined ‘Gunsmoke’

Intended for just one episode, Festus would become Marshal Matt Dillion’s longest running deputy!

GUNSMOKE: THE LONG RIDE, Ali MacGraw, James Arness, James Brolin, 1993

‘Gunsmoke The Long Ride’ Brought the Western Back in 1993

Do you remember the ‘Gunsmoke’ TV movies?

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How To Watch MeTV’s New All-Western Channel WEST

The new channel will debut on September 29, 2025.

GUNSMOKE, Glenn Strange, 1955-75 (1972 photo)

The Heartbreaking Reason Glenn Strange Left ‘Gunsmoke’

His final episode of the show airs today on MeTV at 1pm EST.

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New All-Westerns Channel WEST Launches September 2025

The new channel will air more than 30 Western TV classics.

GUNSMOKE, Milburn Stone, Amanda Blake, Dennis Weaver, 1955-1975

Who’s Still Alive From ‘Gunsmoke’?

We can’t forget to mention the many guest stars who went on to have big careers.

BUTCH CASSIDY AND THE SUNDANCE KID, from left: Paul Newman, Robert Redford, 1969

Who’s Still Alive From ‘Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid’?

There is only one star remaining from this Oscar-winning classic.

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How Well Do You Remember These Classic TV Westerns?

Test your knowledge of your favorite cowboy tales.

GUNSMOKE, (from left): James Arness, Amanda Blake, Ken Curtis, Milburn Stone, 1955-75.

Where Can You Watch ‘Gunsmoke’ on TV?

The classic Western can still be found on the airwaves every single day.

GUNSMOKE, James Arness, c. 1950s

Gunsmoke’ Premiered 70 Years Ago Today — Which Major Cast Member Almost Wasn’t On It?

A Western film legend eventually convinced him to take the role.

GUNSMOKE, James Arness, Amanda Blake, 1955-1975

The Untold Story of Matt Dillon’s Horse on ‘Gunsmoke’

Learn more about Buck, who was also seen in ‘Bonanza.’

THE SEARCHERS, John Wayne on poster art, 1956

What Are the 10 Greatest Westerns of All Time? We Have a Few Thoughts

Beginners Guide to Western Movies

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Do You Remember The First ‘Gunsmoke’ Episode That Was Broadcast in Color?

The brand-new technology also required a glow-up for Miss Kitty!

THE VIRGINIAN, Randy Boone, 1962-71 obit

‘The Virginian’ Star Randy Boone Dies at 83

The talented singer became an expert horseman to bolster his chances in Hollywood.

GUNSMOKE, from left: Amanda Blake, James Arness, (Season 6, 1960), 1955-1975.

‘Gunsmoke’s Marshal Matt Dillon’s Only Had One On-Screen Kiss — Do You Remember It?

In 20 seasons, the lawman only found love once.