Genre: Western

Direction William Kennedy Laurie Dickson · William Heise

Synopsis Bucking Broncho (S) (1894) showcases an impressive display of equestrian skill by Lee Martin, a true cowboy. The documentary features a particularly challenging and unruly bronco, highlighting Martin's exceptional horsemanship.

Direction William Kennedy Laurie Dickson

Synopsis Annie Oakley (S) (1894) showcases the extraordinary marksmanship of Annie Oakley, affectionately known as the "Little Sure Shot." This historical footage captures her thrilling exhibition of rifle shooting, where she expertly targets and shatters glass balls. The documentary offers a...

Direction William Kennedy Laurie Dickson · William Heise

Synopsis Sioux Ghost Dance (S) (1894) showcases a captivating performance by a group of Sioux Indians who were part of Buffalo Bill's Wild West exhibition. The film captures their intricate and meaningful "ghost dance," offering a glimpse into the rich cultural...

Direction William Kennedy Laurie Dickson

Cast Hair Coat · Parts His Hair · Last Horse

Synopsis Buffalo Dance (S) (1894) showcases a captivating performance by three Sioux Indians executing a traditional 'buffalo dance'. Accompanied by the rhythmic beats of two drummers, the dancers gracefully move in a circular motion. They skillfully execute a series of movements...

Direction James H. White

Synopsis Cripple Creek Bar-Room Scene (S) (1899) presents a brief glimpse into a lively barroom and liquor store set in the rugged West. Unlike traditional narratives, this short film does not follow a conventional plot. Instead, it is celebrated for capturing...

Direction Edwin S. Porter

Cast Bronco Billy Anderson · A.C. Abadie · Justus D. Barnes · Donald Gallaher

Synopsis The Great Train Robbery (S) (1903) showcases the pioneering work of director and screenwriter Edwin S. Porter, who introduced the first cinematic cowboy star, Bronco Billy Anderson. Anderson takes on multiple roles in this thrilling narrative of bandits attacking a...

Direction Edwin S. Porter

Synopsis The Little Train Robbery (S) (1905) presents a humorous take on the 1903 film "The Great Train Robbery," also directed by Edwin S. Porter. In this short, mischievous youngsters board a miniature train and proceed to relieve the passengers of...

Direction Francis J. Marion · Wallace McCutcheon

Synopsis From Leadville to Aspen: A Hold-Up in the Rockies (S) (1906) presents a thrilling heist from the perspective of a train's front end. A gang of outlaws, traveling on a handcar, ambushes the train, executing a daring robbery. Tragically, one...

Direction Bronco Billy Anderson

Cast Bronco Billy Anderson

Direction William Tilghman

Cast Al Jennings · Frank Canton · Quanah Parker · Heck Thomas

Synopsis The Bank Robbery (S) (1908) follows a group of criminals meticulously plotting a daring heist. Following their careful preparations, they execute the robbery with precision, only to find themselves in a tense shootout as they flee the scene. The outlaws...

Direction Francis Boggs

Synopsis The Cattle Rustlers (1908) centers around John Ralston, an experienced cattle rancher who becomes increasingly frustrated by the theft of his livestock by a group of cattle thieves. In response to these persistent losses, Ralston decides to take matters into...

Direction D.W. Griffith

Cast James Kirkwood · Marion Leonard · Arthur V. Johnson · Linda Arvidson

Synopsis Comata, the Sioux (S) (1909) unfolds a tale set in the Black Hills, focusing on the unfulfilled love of a Sioux warrior for his chief's daughter and his foreboding of the dire consequences of her marriage to a white cowboy....

Direction D.W. Griffith

Cast Owen Moore · Frank Powell · Mary Pickford · Arthur V. Johnson

Synopsis The Indian Runner's Romance (S) (1909) follows the poignant tale of an Indian who tends to a dying prospector in his final hours. In gratitude, the prospector reveals the whereabouts of his hidden gold claim. However, a band of cowboys,...

Direction Francis Boggs · Otis Turner

Cast Mac Barnes · William Garwood · Adrienne Kroell · William Stowell

Synopsis The Cowboy Millionaire (S) (1909) follows the life of Bud Noble, a rugged and handsome cowboy who serves as the foreman at the Circle “D” ranch near Circle City, Idaho. The film opens with Bud showcasing his skills by roping...

Direction D.W. Griffith

Cast Florence Lawrence · Frank Powell · Owen Moore · James Kirkwood

Synopsis The Mended Lute (S) (1909) follows the tale of Rising Moon, who is deeply in love with Little Bear. However, her father has other plans and favors Standing Rock, a more affluent suitor. Standing Rock takes Rising Moon to his...

Direction D.W. Griffith

Cast Owen Moore · James Kirkwood · Kate Bruce · Charles Craig

Synopsis The Red Man's View (S) (1909) portrays the plight of an indigenous community compelled to abandon their ancestral lands due to the encroachment of white settlers. The narrative follows their arduous and exhausting journey in search of a new home....

Direction Fred J. Balshofer

Cast James Young Deer · Red Wing

Direction Sidney Olcott

Cast Gene Gauntier · Robert G. Vignola

Synopsis The Navajo's Bride (S) (1910) follows the story of a Navajo chief who arranges a thrilling footrace among three hopeful suitors, each vying for the hand of his daughter, Ivy. The victor of this competition is not Ivy's preferred choice,...

Direction Jack Gavin

Cast Jack Gavin · Ruby Butler · H.A. Forsyth

Synopsis Thunderbolt (1910) follows the tale of Frederick Ward, who is falsely accused of cattle theft and subsequently sentenced to a seven-year term on Cockatoo Island. Following his daring escape, Ward discovers that his beloved fiancée has tragically passed away due...

Direction D.W. Griffith

Cast Mary Pickford · Alfred Paget · Arthur V. Johnson · Kate Bruce

Synopsis A Romance of the Western Hills (S) (1910) follows the journey of an Indian maiden who becomes captivated by the allure of civilization. When a group of tourists visits her village, she is enchanted by the gifts and books they...