Als je genoten hebt van 'Galgenvögel sterben einsam' (1970), de klassieke spaghetti-western vol actie en mysterie, dan ben je hier aan het juiste adres. In dit artikel ontdek je 10 films en series die dezelfde spanning, stijl en sfeer bieden. Of je nu een fan bent van de antiheld Sabata of gewoon op zoek bent naar meer western-avonturen, deze lijst heeft iets voor jou.

A Fistful of Dollars (1964)
Beschreibung: A tale of a mysterious stranger playing two rival gangs against each other, filled with sharp dialogue, stylized violence, and a bleak atmosphere.
Fakt: This film was an unofficial remake of Akira Kurosawa's 'Yojimbo'. It launched the 'Dollars Trilogy' and popularized the spaghetti western genre in Europe.


The Good, the Bad and the Ugly (1966)
Beschreibung: Epic spaghetti western with a focus on greed, betrayal, and survival, set against the backdrop of the American Civil War. Known for its iconic score and tense standoffs.
Fakt: The film's climactic three-way duel is one of the most famous scenes in cinema history. It was the highest-grossing spaghetti western of its time.


Django (1966)
Beschreibung: A gritty spaghetti western with a lone gunslinger seeking revenge, featuring intense shootouts and a morally ambiguous protagonist.
Fakt: The film was banned in several countries due to its extreme violence. It spawned numerous unofficial sequels, though only one was officially recognized.


Day of Anger (1967)
Beschreibung: A coming-of-age western where a young outcast learns the ways of violence from a seasoned gunfighter, leading to a dramatic showdown.
Fakt: The film was shot in Almería, Spain, a common location for spaghetti westerns. It features one of Lee Van Cleef's most memorable roles.


Kill Them All and Come Back Alone (1968)
Beschreibung: A war-themed western with a group of mercenaries on a dangerous mission, blending action, betrayal, and survival in a lawless landscape.
Fakt: The film was marketed as a 'macaroni combat' movie, a subgenre mixing war and western elements. Its title became a popular catchphrase among fans.


The Great Silence (1968)
Beschreibung: A bleak and snowy western with a mute protagonist seeking vengeance against ruthless bounty hunters. Known for its dark tone and tragic ending.
Fakt: The film was shot in the Italian Alps to create its unique snowy setting. It was heavily criticized for its downbeat conclusion but is now considered a cult classic.


Once Upon a Time in the West (1968)
Beschreibung: A slow-burning, operatic western with a focus on revenge, land disputes, and the changing frontier. Features stunning cinematography and a haunting score.
Fakt: The film was initially a box office failure but later gained cult status. It was originally conceived as a homage to classic American westerns.


Death Rides a Horse (1967)
Beschreibung: A revenge-driven story where a young man teams up with an outlaw to hunt down the men who murdered his family. Features brutal action and moral complexity.
Fakt: The film's score was composed by Ennio Morricone. It was later remade as a Bollywood movie titled 'Sholay', though with significant changes.


And God Said to Cain (1970)
Beschreibung: A dark and atmospheric revenge tale where a wronged man returns to settle scores, featuring eerie visuals and a relentless pursuit of justice.
Fakt: The film was shot almost entirely at night, giving it a unique, shadowy aesthetic. It’s considered one of the last great spaghetti westerns before the genre declined.


Ace High (1968)
Beschreibung: A comedic yet action-packed western about a group of con artists and gunslingers teaming up for a heist, filled with twists and double-crosses.
Fakt: The film was part of a loose trilogy, though each installment had different characters. It features elaborate set pieces and stunt work.
