More than 30 years after its premiere, the iconic western that is ideal to see this week

With each passing day, the western continues to gain fans, because despite being one of the longest-lived genres on the big screen, it has reinvented itself and provided excellent productions that the public never tires of seeing. So much so, that streaming is full of proposals for lovers of Old West movies and that should definitely not be missed.

And this week there is a western in particular that you cannot miss, since this December 25th will mark 31 years since its premiere. We are talking about Tombstonethe 1993 classic that came to the big screen by Greek-Italian director George P. Cosmatos, and which today is considered one of the most relevant films of the genre.

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Based on real events, the story takes us to the year 1879 in the small and violent town of Tombstone. Years after the American Civil War, Sheriff Wyatt Earp decides to move to that city with his family in order to reap a good fortune. However, his plans are interrupted when a gang of outlaws shows up, forcing him to use his badge again and seek justice.

One of the highlights of Tombstone It is its luxury cast, as it featured great actors such as Kurt Russell, Val Kilmer, Sam Elliott, Bill Paxton, Charlton Heston, Billy Bob Thornton and Billy Zane, among many others. At the same time, it has narration by the great Robert Mitchum.

As we already mentioned, the film is based on real events, as it is inspired by the true events that occurred around the year 1880 in southeastern Arizona, such as the Shooting at the OK Corral and the Earp Vendetta Ride, where Wyatt Earp led a deadly manhunt for the men who attacked his family. In turn, the film features real-life characters such as William Brocius, Johnny Ringo and Doc Holliday.

After its premiere, 31 years ago, Tombstone It soon became a box office hit and among critics, who praised its story, performances (particularly that of Val Kilmer), production design and direction. When making the film, Cosmatos was very cautious and detailed, as he wanted to offer a historically accurate Western that looked authentic.

Currently, the film rests within the catalog of Disney+and if you are looking for a good western to see this weekend, you're definitely going to want to give it a try. Nowadays, Tombstone He is remembered as one of the western most relevant of the 90s (as well as one of its highest grossing films). It featured great stars of the time and a most interesting story, especially because it is based on real events. It is violent and highly addictive, and seeing it this week on its anniversary becomes the perfect plan. Don't miss it!