The Wild West of Today

The Wild West of Today

Documentary 2023

Available on CuriosityStream, Prime Video, Curiosity Stream, Sling TV

Explore the modern Wild West, revealing how echoes of the past resonate in the landscapes, culture and challenges of today.

Documentary 2023

TV-14

EPISODE 1

The Last Chief

Uncover the captivating tale and enduring legacy of Quanah Parker, the final Comanche chief, as told by his descendants. Journey into the life of this remarkable Native American leader who fiercely fought for his people at the turn of the century.

12 min · Jun 30, 2023 TV-14
EPISODE 2

Apache Stronghold

Explore the powerful journey of Apache landback activist, Naelyn Pike, and Apache Stronghold as they resist the copper mining industry to protect the sacred Oak Flat native heritage site.

8 min · Feb 7, 2023 TV-14
EPISODE 3

Black Labor, Native Land

Descendant of Freedmen, Dr. Alaina Roberts delves into the intertwined history of African American slaves owned by Native Americans. Join her journey through time to better understand how both cultural groups still fight oppression today.

12 min · Jul 5, 2023 TV-14
EPISODE 4

The American Songster

Embark on a captivating musical odyssey with Grammy winner Dom Flemons! Discover the untold legacy of Black cowboys in the Wild West and their profound impact on the music we cherish today.

8 min · Jan 1, 2024 TV-14

About

The Wild West of Today

DOCUMENTARY

Explore the modern Wild West, revealing how echoes of the past resonate in the landscapes, culture and challenges of today.

Information

Studio: Roller Coaster Road
Released: 2023
Rated: TV-14
Region of Origin: United States

Languages

Original Audio: English (United States)
Audio: English (AAC), English (United States)
Subtitles: English (CC)

Accessibility

: Closed captions (CC) refer to subtitles in the available language with the addition of relevant non-dialogue information.