Top 10 Urban Western Mystery Films

Description: This classic western delves into the myth-making of the West, with a lawyer and a rancher in a small town, each with their own secrets, creating a narrative rich with urban intrigue.

Fact: John Ford's direction and the performances by John Wayne and James Stewart make this film a landmark in cinema.

Description: Set in the late 19th century, this film follows a cattle rustler and his gang as they clash with a ruthless regulator in a small town, showcasing the tension between rural and urban life.

Fact: This was one of the last films directed by Arthur Penn and features Marlon Brando in one of his most eccentric roles.

Description: While not strictly an urban setting, this film explores themes of revenge and redemption in a world where the lines between rural and urban blur, with Josey Wales navigating through various towns and cities.

Fact: The film was directed by and stars Clint Eastwood, who also co-wrote the screenplay.

Description: This film tells the story of the James-Younger Gang, blending historical events with a modern urban feel, as the gang navigates through the complexities of city life while evading law enforcement.

Fact: The film features real-life brothers playing the James and Younger brothers, adding authenticity to the family dynamics portrayed on screen.

Description: This remake focuses on a rancher who agrees to escort an outlaw to the train that will take him to prison, navigating through towns and urban settings, highlighting themes of honor and redemption.

Fact: The film features a memorable performance by Russell Crowe as the outlaw Ben Wade.

Description: This film explores the psychological and urban aspects of the life and death of Jesse James, focusing on the relationship between James and his eventual killer, Robert Ford.

Fact: The film was shot on location in Canada, standing in for various American locales, giving it an authentic feel.

Description: A continuation of the TV series, this film brings the town of Deadwood into the 20th century, exploring the political and personal intrigues of its inhabitants.

Fact: The film was made to provide closure to the storylines left hanging when the TV series was canceled.

Description: This film follows two notorious assassins, the Sisters brothers, as they navigate through the changing landscape of the American West, encountering urban settings and the mysteries they hold.

Fact: The film is based on the novel by Patrick deWitt and features a unique blend of dark comedy and western drama.

Description: Set in a post-Civil War Wyoming, this film traps a group of strangers in a small haberdashery, creating an urban-like tension within a confined space, filled with secrets and deceit.

Fact: The film was shot in Ultra Panavision 70, a rare format for modern cinema, giving it a distinctive visual style.

Description: An anthology film that includes a segment titled "The Gal Who Got Rattled," which explores themes of urban life and the pursuit of dreams in the West.

Fact: This was the Coen Brothers' first anthology film, showcasing their versatility in storytelling.