Classics Revival via Streaming Gems, MoMA Retrospective & Deep Dives
Key Questions
What is the MoMA retrospective focusing on?
MoMA has announced a major retrospective on Western films. It highlights the genre's revival through classic screenings and related deep dives.
Which classic Westerns are available to stream for free?
Films like The Good, the Bad and the Ugly and For a Few Dollars More are free on Tubi. Hell or High Water arrives in 4K on HBO Max June 14.
Why has Appaloosa surged in popularity on HBO Max?
The film climbed to No. 3 on HBO Max worldwide charts. This signals a streaming revival for underrated Westerns.
What is John Wayne's surprising favorite film?
Recent trivia reveals it is a historical drama rather than a Western. This offers insight into the actor's fandom beyond his genre-defining roles.
Which 1962 Western is now ranked among the greatest despite being a flop?
Peckinpah's Ride the High Country is reappraised as one of the best after its initial box office failure. It joins other overlooked classics in recent rankings.
What makes The Return of Ringo notable among spaghetti Westerns?
The 1965 film is viewed as a strong Homeric Odyssey adaptation. It is available free on Plex and adds to ongoing spaghetti Western deep dives.
What new book explores forgotten Western figures?
Historian Megan Kate Nelson's book traces histories of misunderstood Westerners. It complements other content on reappraisals and lesser-known stories.
Which Clint Eastwood Western is highlighted as his favorite?
The Outlaw Josey Wales has a 91% Rotten Tomatoes score and is noted as Eastwood's favorite. A retrospective covers its production and legacy.
MoMA announces major Western retrospective. Multiple films free on Tubi/HBO Max (The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, Hell or High Water 4K June 14, For a Few Dollars More on Tubi). Reappraisals of High Plains Drifter, Shane, Joe Kidd, etc. New deep-dives: The Wild Wild West film failure analysis, spaghetti Western ranking listicle, Eastwood-Wayne acting feud, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid ranking, 'Hell on Wheels' vs Yellowstone, 'Lone Star' 30th anniversary interview, profile of Giulio Donnini, and two articles on John Wayne's rejection of Lonesome Dove. Old Henry hits Netflix July 4. Also, a retrospective on Clint Eastwood's favorite Western, The Outlaw Josey Wales (91% RT). New additions: Honeysuckle Rose 46th anniversary piece; historian Megan Kate Nelson's new book on forgotten Westerners; a listicle '5 Classic Western Movies That Are Unwatchable Today' (passed). New trivia piece on 'Take a Hard Ride' (Jim Brown, Lee Van Cleef) adds to spaghetti western deep-dive content. Also, a ranking of Giant (1956) as one of the best Westerns of all time, with behind-the-scenes story of James Dean's death and reshoots. Recent deep-dives: 'Jeremiah Johnson' ranked among greatest Westerns with behind-the-scenes story of Peckinpah/Eastwood failed collaboration; 'Have Gun – Will Travel' Paladin named greatest Western TV protagonist; '5 Forgotten 2000s Westerns That Still Hold Up Today' listicle. Appaloosa surged to No. 3 on HBO Max worldwide, signaling streaming revival for underrated Westerns. New this update: Peckinpah's 'Ride the High Country' (1962) reappraised as one of the greatest Westerns after being a box office flop. Also new: deep-dive on 'The Return of Ringo' (1965) as a Homeric Odyssey adaptation, available free on Plex. A recent trivia piece reveals John Wayne's favorite film is a historical drama, not a Western, offering a light fandom insight.