Ben je fan van 'Klappe Cowboy!' (2012) en op zoek naar soortgelijke films of series? Dan zit je hier goed! In dit artikel ontdek je 10 films en shows die dezelfde humor, stijl of thema's hebben als deze Nederlandse komedie. Of je nu houdt van hilarische situaties of ontroerende momenten, deze lijst biedt voor ieder wat wils.

Deadwood (2004)
Beschreibung: A gritty and realistic portrayal of the Wild West, focusing on the lawlessness and moral ambiguity of frontier life, with a strong emphasis on character development and dialogue.
Fakt: The series was known for its authentic use of period-accurate profanity, which was heavily researched by the writers. Many of the characters were based on real historical figures.


3:10 to Yuma (2007)
Beschreibung: A psychological Western that explores themes of honor and desperation, with a cat-and-mouse dynamic between a desperate rancher and a charismatic outlaw.
Fakt: The film is a remake of the 1957 classic, but it expands on the original's story and characters. The train sequence at the end was filmed using a real vintage locomotive.


The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)
Beschreibung: A meditative and visually stunning Western that delves into the myth and reality of outlaw life, focusing on the complex relationship between Jesse James and his eventual assassin.
Fakt: The film's cinematography was heavily inspired by the paintings of Andrew Wyeth, giving it a unique, melancholic visual style. It features an extensive voice-over narration, which was uncommon for Westerns.


True Grit (2010)
Beschreibung: A classic Western tale of vengeance and redemption, featuring a strong-willed young protagonist and a grizzled lawman, with a focus on rugged landscapes and moral dilemmas.
Fakt: The film is a remake of the 1969 movie of the same name, but it stays closer to the original novel by Charles Portis. The Coen brothers directed it, marking their first straight Western.


Django Unchained (2012)
Beschreibung: A revisionist Western that blends brutal violence with dark humor, exploring themes of revenge and justice in a morally complex setting.
Fakt: The film features anachronistic music, including a rap song in the soundtrack, which was a deliberate stylistic choice. It was the first Western to win an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay since


The Magnificent Seven (2016)
Beschreibung: A modern take on the classic Western trope of a group of misfits banding together to protect a town, blending action with character-driven storytelling.
Fakt: This version is a remake of the 1960 film, which itself was a remake of Akira Kurosawa's 'Seven Samurai.' The film's diverse cast was a deliberate choice to reflect a more historically accurate representation of the Old West.


Bone Tomahawk (2015)
Beschreibung: A brutal and unconventional Western that merges the genre with horror elements, focusing on a rescue mission that descends into nightmare.
Fakt: The film was shot in just 21 days, with a tight budget. The director, S. Craig Zahler, also wrote the screenplay and composed the film's score.


The Hateful Eight (2015)
Beschreibung: A tense and claustrophobic Western that delves into themes of betrayal and survival, featuring a group of morally ambiguous characters trapped in a confined space.
Fakt: The film was shot in 70mm Ultra Panavision, a format rarely used since the 1960s. The movie's score was composed by Ennio Morricone, his first Western score in over 30 years.


The Sisters Brothers (2018)
Beschreibung: A darkly comedic and introspective Western that follows two sibling assassins on a morally ambiguous journey, blending violence with moments of unexpected humor.
Fakt: The film is based on a novel by Patrick deWitt, who also wrote the screenplay. It was shot in Spain and Romania, standing in for the American West.


Hostiles (2017)
Beschreibung: A somber and reflective Western that explores themes of redemption and the cost of violence, featuring a grueling journey through hostile territory.
Fakt: The film was in development for over a decade before finally being made. The director, Scott Cooper, insisted on using natural light for most of the filming to enhance the realism.
