10 Western Films About Sisters

Description: This classic western features a young girl, Mattie Ross, who hires a tough U.S. Marshal to track down her father's murderer. Her journey is marked by her determination and the unexpected bond she forms with her sister-like companion, LaBoeuf.

Fact: John Wayne won his only Oscar for his role as Rooster Cogburn in this film. The film was remade in 2010 with Hailee Steinfeld as Mattie.

Description: Although not primarily about sisters, this film features a strong female character, Hildy, who forms a bond with Cable Hogue, reminiscent of a sisterly relationship in its depth and care.

Fact: Sam Peckinpah directed this film, which is known for its blend of comedy and drama.

Description: Suzy Amis stars as Josephine Monaghan, who disguises herself as a man to survive in the harsh West. Her story intertwines with a woman she meets, forming a sisterly bond in their shared struggle for survival.

Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life story of Josephine Monaghan, who lived as a man in the 19th century.

Description: Mary Bee Cuddy, played by Hilary Swank, volunteers to transport three women driven mad by the harsh frontier life back East. Her journey with these women highlights themes of sisterhood and mutual support.

Fact: The film was directed by Tommy Lee Jones, who also stars in it, and it was adapted from the novel by Glendon Swarthout.

Description: Set during the Civil War, this film focuses on two sisters, Augusta and Louise, who must defend their home from Union soldiers. Their bond is tested and strengthened through adversity.

Fact: The film was praised for its strong female performances, particularly by Brit Marling and Hailee Steinfeld.

Description: While not about biological sisters, this film explores the bond between two brothers, Eli and Charlie Sisters, who are hired guns. Their journey parallels the sisterly bond through themes of loyalty and familial duty.

Fact: The film is based on the novel by Patrick deWitt and was directed by Jacques Audiard, marking his English-language debut.

Description: Although set in Japan, this film's themes of sisterhood and the struggle for independence resonate with western narratives. It explores the lives of two geisha sisters in Kyoto, offering a unique perspective on sisterly bonds.

Fact: Directed by Kenji Mizoguchi, this film is considered one of the earliest examples of feminist cinema.

Description: This film, while focusing on the James-Younger Gang, includes a subplot involving sisters whose lives are affected by the gang's actions, highlighting the impact of the Wild West on family dynamics.

Fact: Robert Duvall stars as Jesse James in this historical drama.

Description: While focusing on male friendship, the film also explores the lives of two sisters, whose relationships with the protagonists add depth to the narrative, showcasing sisterly bonds in the backdrop of the West.

Fact: The film is based on a novel by Max Evans and stars Woody Harrelson and Billy Crudup.

Description: This film tells the story of three sisters in the 1860s Oregon, whose lives are dramatically altered by the gold rush. Their sisterly bond is central to the narrative, showcasing their support for each other.

Fact: Bette Davis stars in this film, which was directed by Anatole Litvak.