How the West Was Won

Name: How the West Was Won
Genre: Western, Action
Released: 1962-11-02
Duration: 164 min
Rating: 7

1962 · Movie · G · 164 min · ★ 7.0 · 71% critics

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A multi-generation pioneer family’s journey westward spans the 1830s through the Civil War and beyond, showing shifting hardships and dangers across different eras. Told through episodic family life, the story follows their struggle to survive, build, and keep going as major historical events unfold.

Also known as The Great Western Story

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Years: 1962
Release date: 1962-11-02
Language: English
Rated: G
Runtime: 164 min
Critic score: 71/100
TMDB rating: 7.0/10 (495 votes)

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If you want a sweeping, star-packed American West saga with big thrills and variety, this delivers; Not for you if you prefer a conventional, tightly connected storyline or if you dislike the unique Cinerama-style presentation like Fort Apache or Two Rode Together.

Pros: sweeping Western epic; star-studded cast; memorable set-pieces | Cons: episodic cohesion issues; mixed human connection; Cinerama experience quirks