Silverado
Four unwitting heroes cross paths on their journey to the sleepy town of Silverado. Little do they know the town where their family and friends reside has been taken over by a corrupt sheriff and a murderous posse. It's up to the sharp-shooting foursome to save the day, but first they have to break each other out of jail, and learn who their real friends are.
Release Year
1985
Runtime
133 min
Audience Score
6.9
Genres
Western, Action, Drama
Story Snapshot
Four unwitting heroes cross paths on their journey to the sleepy town of Silverado. Little do they know the town where their family and friends reside has been taken over by a corrupt sheriff and a murderous posse. It's up to the sharp-shooting foursome to save the day, but first they have to break each other out of jail, and learn who their real friends are.
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Silverado is a dark pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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Silverado is best for viewers who want western, action, drama without having to browse blindly.
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