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Best of the West

Name: Best of the West
Genre: Comedy, Western
Released: 1981-09-10
Rating: 6.8

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1981

1 Season

22 Episodes

Ended

About

An unwitting city slicker is made the marshal of a lawless town in this absurdist Western that pokes gentle but clever fun at the genre's stock plots and characters. Best of the West is an American sitcom that aired on ABC from September 1981 through August 1982.

#american west#sitcom#period sitcom

Cast

Joel Higgins

as Sam Best

Carlene Watkins

as Elvira Best

Meeno Peluce

as Daniel Best

Valri Bromfield

as Laney Gibbs

Tracey Walter

as Frog Rothchild Jr.

Tom Ewell

as Jerome Kullens

Leonard Frey

as Parker Tillman

Christopher Lloyd

as The Calico Kid

Seasons

Season 1

22 episodes1981

Episodes

Season 1

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Pilot

Sep 10, 198130m

Sam arrives in town intending to run the general store, then runs into all kinds of trouble after turning down the protection racket.

The Prisoner

Sep 17, 198130m

Sam must face a prisoner's outlaw brothers after the sheriff who was taking him in becomes ill on his way through town.

The Calico Kid Returns

Oct 1, 198130m

The Square Deal Saloon's new cook is the Calico Kid; he has sworn to never again kill anything he can't eat.

They're Hanging Parker Tillman (1)

Oct 15, 198130m

Sam goes out on a limb and manages to save Tillman from a lynch mob, but at the trial, his mixed-up testimony has him back at the end of a rope.

They're Hanging Parker Tillman (2)

Oct 22, 198130m

Sam infiltrates an outlaw band to try to prove Tillman is innocent of cattle rustling.

The New Marshal

Oct 29, 198130m

Sam loses his badge in a special election to Tillman's squeaky-clean candidate.

Daniel's First Love

Nov 5, 198130m

Daniel is as surprised as anyone when a few innocent kisses lead to a shotgun wedding.

Laney in Love

Nov 12, 198130m

Laney is smitten with a smoothie who bids high for her at a social—but he turns out to be a low-down heel.

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About Best of the West

Best of the West Cast and Characters

The cast features Joel Higgins (as Sam Best), Carlene Watkins (as Elvira Best), Meeno Peluce (as Daniel Best), Valri Bromfield (as Laney Gibbs), and Tracey Walter (as Frog Rothchild Jr.). Their performances are a major reason Best of the West has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Best of the West

Best of the West flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy Inglés storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.

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Where can I watch Best of the West online for free?

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How many episodes does Best of the West have?

Best of the West has 22 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on CineFlixo.

Is Best of the West good? What's the rating?

Best of the West holds a 6.8/10 rating based on 5 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.

Who is in the cast of Best of the West?

The main cast includes Joel Higgins, Carlene Watkins, Meeno Peluce, and Valri Bromfield, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Best of the West available in Inglés?

Yes — Best of the West was originally produced in Inglés and that's the version you'll stream here on CineFlixo. English subtitles are provided when available.

When was Best of the West released?

Best of the West first aired in 1981.

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Where can I watch Best of the West for free?

You can watch Best of the West online for free on CineFlixo. All 22 episodes across 1 season are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.

How many seasons and episodes does Best of the West have?

Best of the West currently has 1 season and a total of 22 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on CineFlixo and continue watching from where you left off.

What is Best of the West about?

In which language is Best of the West originally available?

Best of the West was originally produced in English. On CineFlixo the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.

When was Best of the West first released?

Best of the West first premiered on September 10, 1981 (1981). The series has since concluded its run.