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Netflix’s recent release - Wyatt Earp and the Cowboy War - brings back the days of the Wild West for viewers. Presented in a docu-drama style, it mixes engrossing reenactments with expert views and is coupled with Ed Harris’ engaging narration.
The six-episode series documents the pivotal gunfight at O.K. Corral between famed lawman Wyatt Earp and the Clanton-McLaury Cowboys, along with everything that goes before it. The gritty show is a unique addition to the OTT platform for all the viewers who love Western shows.
For all the viewers who are fans of Wyatt Earp and the Cowboy War, here’s a list of eight such similar shows.
Yellowstone, Wild West Chronicles, and other shows to watch after Wyatt Earp and the Cowboy War
1) The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp - Prime Video
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For those who want to dig deeper into the life of Wyatt Earp and enjoy the beauty of Western drama after watching Wyatt Earp and the Cowboy War, this show is a must-watch. Airing from 1955 to 1961, this show was the first Western TV series. The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp is based on the life of frontier marshal Wyatt Earp.
Over the course of six seasons, the show details Earp’s journey as a deputy town marshal in Ellsworth, Kansas, then as a town marshal in Wichita and Dodge City, and finally at Tombstone, Arizona. The show outlines his courage and ethics—even putting his life on the line to maintain order.
2) Yellowstone - Prime Video
Created by Taylor Sheridan and John Linson, Yellowstone is a neo-Western drama series starring Kevin Costner, Luke Grimes, and Kelly Reilly, among others. The series started in 2018 and gained acclaim over its five-season run. It is for those who enjoyed the Western setting of Wyatt Earp and the Cowboy War.
Yellowstone is about the Dutton family, who own the largest ranch in Montana, the 'Yellowstone Dutton Ranch,' or 'the Yellowstone.' In the series, the viewers see family drama and conflicts surrounding the Dutton’s ranch and their continuous battle for preservation when other developers and oil barons want to take a stake.
3) Gunslingers - Apple TV+
This Western series covers the lives of important figures in the history of America’s Old West. The show combines dramatic recreations with expert commentary and has two seasons with six episodes each. Gunslingers also has an episode that covers the famous gunfight shown in Wyatt Earp and the Cowboy War.
Other famous figures covered in the series are Billy the Kid, Jesse James, Butch Cassidy, and more. Each episode uncovers these men’s little-known facts, their daring deeds, and tumultuous personal lives. The show blends biography with history and action.
4) Wild West Chronicles - Prime Video
This historical docu-drama follows the story of Bat Masterson, a US Army scout, who left his job as a sheriff to become a journalist. He traveled the Wild West during the late 1800s, covering the wildest stories.
The show includes eyewitnesses who share their memories of encountering famous people like Pearl Hart, Bass Reeves, and others. The show has four seasons and is a must-watch for those inspired by the lives of the people in the Old West and fans of the docu-drama genre as shown on Wyatt Earp and the Cowboy War.
5) Walker - Prime Video
A reboot of a 1990s western drama, Walker stars Jared Padalecki in the titular role. The show revolves around Cordell Walker, who comes back to his hometown, Austin, after an undercover assignment. Soon he realizes that his hometown is riddled with crime, which needs solving.
The show sees him pair up with a female ranger while also highlighting his broken personal life. Walker has four seasons and has received acclaim for intertwining crime with personal relationships. The show is similar to Wyatt Earp and the Cowboy War as both are based in the West.
6) Outer Range - Prime Video
A unique blend of sci-fi and neo-Western, this show features Josh Brolin, Imogen Poots, Lili Taylor, and others. The show has two seasons and revolves around Royal Abbott (Brolin), a rancher based in Wyoming who is dealing with multiple problems regarding his land and family.
While Royal discovers a mysterious black void in his pasture, the Abbotts are distressed over the disappearance of their daughter-in-law, and a rival family wanting to take their land. The show is noted for bending genres and complex characters. Those who love Western shows like Wyatt Earp and the Cowboy War but want something new should try Outer Range.
7) Death Valley Days - Prime Video
One of the first anthology series created for TV, Death Valley Days aired from 1952 to 1970 and presented true accounts of the Old West. Created by Ruth Woodman, the program was initially broadcast on radio, before shifting to TV.
During its long run, the show was hosted by different presenters, like Ronald Reagan and Dale Robertson. Each episode covered a different legend and lore, sometimes as drama while sometimes as comedy. The show makes for a great after-watch following Wyatt Earp and the Cowboy War.
8) Queen Cleopatra - Netflix
This is for those viewers who specifically enjoyed the docu-drama format of Wyatt Earp and the Cowboy War. Netflix’s series, Queen Cleopatra, is produced and narrated by Jada Pinkett Smith and features Adele James in the role of Cleopatra.
While the show incurred controversy for portraying a black woman as Cleopatra, it features the details of the life of Egypt's enigmatic queen. From her successful rule in Egypt to her masterful alliance with the Roman Empire—the show is certainly an informative watch.
Viewers are welcome to go through this list and choose any show that they think would make for a good binge after watching Wyatt Earp and the Cowboy War.
