Dead Man's Walk

The final chapter of Larry McMurty's popular and critically acclaimed mini-series, 'Lonesome Dove', recounting the thrilling first adventure of Gus McCrae and Woodrow Call. Great Cast!

Dead Man's Walk (1996) is a American western miniseries created by Larry McMurtry and produced by Hallmark Entertainment, a three-episode prequel to the acclaimed Lonesome Dove. Its protagonists are young Texas Rangers Augustus McCrae (David Arquette) and Woodrow F. Call (Jonny Lee Miller), whose friendship is tested as they ride through dangerous territory. Caleb Cobb (F. Murray Abraham) and Captain Salazar (Edward James Olmos) are among the principal figures who shape their path, while Jennifer Garner and Eric Schweig also appear in the cast. The engine of the story is the rangers' fight to survive hostile terrain, hard campaigns and the brutal demands of frontier law, with each episode built around a new peril. Set in the 1820s American frontier of Texas, the miniseries carries a rugged, elegiac western tone shaped by loyalty and hardship. Fans of Lonesome Dove, Deadwood and Hell on Wheels will find resonance in its sweeping landscapes, rough camaraderie and grounded violence. It is a single-season, three-episode limited series that rewards viewers who enjoy old-fashioned frontier storytelling.

• Lonesome Doveshared western frontier setting, texas ranger heroes, sweeping historical adventure
• Deadwoodyoung frontier men on a dangerous journey, western adventure tone
• Hell on Wheelstexas ranger frontier adventure with buddy dynamic

Release Date

1996-05-12

Episode runtime

91 min

Rating

7.1 / 10 (26)

What is Dead Man's Walk about?

Young Texas Rangers Gus McCrae and Woodrow Call face danger and adventure on the frontier in this prequel to Lonesome Dove.

What is Dead Man's Walk like to watch?

Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Dead Man's Walk as measured, its intensity as moderate and its storytelling as easy to follow.

Is Dead Man's Walk violent?

Somewhat. Ember rates the violence in Dead Man's Walk as moderate.

Which shows are like Dead Man's Walk?

Shows with a similar feel include Lonesome Dove, Deadwood, and Hell on Wheels.

How long is Dead Man's Walk?

Dead Man's Walk: 1 season, 3 episodes.

Is Dead Man's Walk still running?

No, Dead Man's Walk has ended.

Where can I watch Dead Man's Walk?

In United States, Dead Man's Walk streams on Peacock Premium, Peacock Premium Plus, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel.