The American West
Overview
Set against the backdrop of a nation healing from the Civil War, the narrative explores the evolution of the United States into the “land of opportunity” from 1865 to 1890. Delving into the tumultuous lives of cowboys, Native Americans, outlaws, and lawmen, it unveils the lesser-known tales of iconic figures like Jesse James, Billy the Kid, Wyatt Earp, Crazy Horse, and Sitting Bull. This gripping portrayal captures the raw essence of the American West, highlighting the complex interplay of ambition, conflict, and survival during a transformative era.
Episodes
-
1
Episode 1
Two fresh arrivals, Karen Travers and Lyn Warner, enter Wentworth Detention Centre and must quickly adapt to the brutal routine and hardened inmates. ...
-
2
Episode 2
Lynn drops her complaint, clearing the way for Bea’s release. The inmates throw a farewell party for Bea and Mum, who entrusts her beloved garden to...
-
3
Episode 3
Frankie tightens her grip on the women, ordering them to stay in the dining room until she says they can leave, a clear power play against the screws....
-
4
Episode 4
Bill dies on the way to the hospital, and Rosie gives birth to a boy. Meg is devastated as police launch an investigation into Bill’s murder, but th...
-
4
Showdown
Custer prepares for a pivotal confrontation with the Sioux at Little Big Horn. Meanwhile, Jesse James sets his sights on a bank in the northern territ...
-
5
Episode 5
Recovering from her collapse at her daughter’s house, Mum must pose as an aunt because Lorraine told the children their grandmother was dead. In the...
-
6
Episode 6
Lynn realizes she is pregnant after being raped by her employer, Mr. Bentley—the same man whose baby she was forced to bury alive. Frankie pressures...
-
6
The Big Killing
Billy the Kid embarks on a quest for vengeance following the murder of his close friend, while Wyatt Earp grapples with his identity and purpose as a...
-
7
Frontier Justice
The intense rivalry between Billy the Kid and Pat Garrett escalates as their inevitable confrontation draws near. Meanwhile, Wyatt Earp arrives in Tom...
