Once Upon a Time in the West
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Once Upon a Time in the West

Best from age 13 · PG-13 · 1968 · 166 min

Once Upon a Time in the West

An epic Western set in the Arizona Territory, where a mysterious stranger, an outlaw, and a determined woman cross paths amidst the expansion of the railroad. It explores themes of revenge, survival, and the changing American frontier.

What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Strong

7/10

Language

Mild

2/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

Moderate

3/10

Romance & sensuality

Mild

2/10

Scary moments

Moderate

4/10

Heads up

  • Frequent gun violence and shootouts
  • Several characters are murdered
  • Some suggestive dialogue

Models well

  • Resilience in the face of hardship
  • Seeking justice
  • Determination to build a new life

Talk about it after

  • The impact of progress on individuals and communities
  • How different characters define and seek justice
  • The challenges faced by women in the Old West
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Cast & crew

Epic Final Duel

Trailer

John Landis on Once Upon a Time in the West