
The Searchers (1956)
Description: Although not the main focus, the character of Laurie Jorgensen, played by Vera Miles, has red hair and plays a crucial role in the story's emotional arc.
Fact: The film is known for its complex portrayal of racism and its influence on the Western genre.


The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962)
Description: Vera Miles plays Hallie Stoddard, whose red hair symbolizes her fiery spirit in this classic tale of heroism and truth.
Fact: John Ford directed this film, which is often cited as one of the greatest Westerns ever made.


The Wild Bunch (1969)
Description: While not a redhead, the character of Angel, played by Jaime Sánchez, has a love interest, Teresa, who is portrayed with red hair, adding a touch of color to the film's bleak setting.
Fact: Directed by Sam Peckinpah, this film is famous for its graphic violence and portrayal of the end of the Old West.


The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1970)
Description: Stella Stevens plays Hildy, a redheaded prostitute with a heart of gold, who becomes romantically involved with the film's protagonist, Cable Hogue.
Fact: Directed by Sam Peckinpah, known for his revisionist Westerns. The film features a unique blend of comedy and drama.


McCabe & Mrs. Miller (1971)
Description: Julie Christie plays Constance Miller, a redheaded madam who partners with Warren Beatty's character to run a brothel in a mining town.
Fact: The film was shot in sequence, which was unusual for the time, allowing for a more natural development of the characters.


The Missouri Breaks (1976)
Description: Kathleen Lloyd plays Jane Braxton, a redheaded character caught in the middle of a feud between outlaws and a ruthless regulator.
Fact: This film marks one of the few collaborations between Marlon Brando and Jack Nicholson.


The Outlaw Josey Wales (1976)
Description: While not the main character, Sondra Locke's character, Laura Lee, has red hair and plays a significant role in the story, bringing a touch of warmth to the otherwise gritty narrative.
Fact: Clint Eastwood directed, produced, and starred in this film. It was one of the first Westerns to explore the theme of revenge in depth.


The Long Riders (1980)
Description: Pamela Reed plays Belle Starr, a notorious outlaw with red hair, who is depicted as a strong, independent woman in this ensemble cast Western.
Fact: The film uniquely cast real-life brothers to play the James-Younger Gang, adding authenticity to the family dynamics.


The Quick and the Dead (1995)
Description: Sharon Stone stars as Ellen, a mysterious gunslinger with striking red hair, who enters a deadly quick-draw contest in a small town. Her character's fiery determination and skill with a gun make this film a standout in the genre.
Fact: The film was directed by Sam Raimi, known for his work on the Evil Dead series. Sharon Stone did many of her own stunts.


True Grit (2010)
Description: Hailee Steinfeld plays Mattie Ross, a determined young woman with red hair, seeking justice for her father's murder. Her character's tenacity and the film's Coen Brothers' touch make it a modern classic.
Fact: This film is a remake of the 1969 John Wayne classic. Jeff Bridges was nominated for an Academy Award for his role as Rooster Cogburn.
