Keep reading to discover TV shows inspired by true stories of legendary Western gunslingers, kid-friendly series with animals in starring roles, and even a few shows that featured big-time Hollywood names.

Rising to popularity in the mid-20th century, the love of the cowboy lifestyle took Hollywood by storm. From old classics like Bonanza to modern favorites such as Yellowstone, we are sharing the best Western TV shows that are well worth a watch.

7.3 (8.4K) Rate. TV Series. An epic romantic adventure based on the life of Billy the Kid, from his humble Irish roots and his early days as a cowboy and gunslinger in the American frontier, to his pivotal role in the Lincoln County War and beyond.

William Holden, Ernest Borgnine and other grizzled character actors blasting the hell out of everything in an unrelentingly violent film that many critics and filmmakers consider to be one of the best western movies ever made.