Iconic 80s Western Epic Now Free To Stream On Tubi

Epic 1980s Western classic Lonesome Dove is finally available to stream for free. The Western genre was one of the strongest during the Golden Age of Hollywood, and the formative years of the New Hollywood era. Stars such as John Wayne and Clint Eastwood came of age in the genre, as well as celebrated directors like John Ford and Sergio Leone.

Leone’s 1968 classic Once Upon a Time in the West stands as one of the greatest Westerns ever, but the genre saw something of a decline from the 1970s. Despite movies like Eastwood’s violent masterpiece The Outlaw Josey Wales, the genre was on the decline, and, until 1992’s Unforgiven reignited the genre, many strong Westerns were forgotten.

One of these was 1989’s Lonesome Dove, and now the acclaimed miniseries is available to stream for free on Tubi. Starring Robert Duvall and Tommy Lee Jones, the Lonesome Doves story follows two former Texas Rangers as they join a cattle drive to Montana, and explores themes of love, loss, loyalty, friendship, and the brutal realities of the American West.

Now that Lonesome Dove has a home on Tubi, and is available for free, it could connect with a new generation of viewers and enjoy prolonged success during its time on streaming. The epic storytelling, strong ensemble cast, and vibrant cinematography help make this one of the most iconic Westerns ever made, and one that remains undiscovered by so many people.

Lonesome Dove has had an influence on many successful Westerns since its release, including Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone prequel 1883, Broken Trail, and American Primeval. With its immersive storytelling and gorgeous scenery, this show is the benchmark for how to do a Western series, and has had a major impact on the genre.

Streaming is the perfect platform for Lonesome Dove, allowing viewers to enjoy it on their own time, and binge-watch the show if they want to. It’s a powerful reminder of how good Westerns can be when approached with care, caution, and a genuine love for the genre, and there’s a great chance the show could capture the hearts of a new generation.

One of the greatest Westerns of all time, Lonesome Dove may not be as well-known as many others in the genre, but its impact continues to be felt. And while it is difficult to see how the show could ever be remade, a Lonesome Dove revival should not be ruled out, particularly if the show performs well during its run on Tubi.