The Kevin Costner western you have to watch on Netflix if you're already on vacation: "Rarely has the West seemed so alive."

Beyond series, the video-on-demand (VOD) platform Netflix continues to expand its catalog of Western films, and one of them brings together action, unforgettable landscapes, and a star-studded cast. Released in 1985, this film directed by Lawrence Kasdan and written by his brother, Mark Kasdan, captures the best of the genre to offer an ensemble story that combines gunfights, betrayals, and justice in the wilderness.

Currently available on the platform, Silverado has become one of the most beloved films for fans of classic and modern Westerns. In this blockbuster, Kevin Costner plays Jake, a daredevil and skilled gunfighter who joins a group of outsiders facing off against an unscrupulous rancher and a corrupt sheriff.

Silverado is an old Western frontier town. In 1880, four men ride along the dusty road leading to the town: the Emmett brothers, the adventurer Paden, and a tough Black cowboy. Upon arriving, they encounter a hostile environment . Their main enemies are the sheriff and a despotic rancher.

A recreated West

This was one of the first films to cement Costner's status as a Hollywood star. The film, nominated for two Oscars , stands out for its spectacular cast, which includes names like Kevin Kline, Scott Glenn, Danny Glover, and Brian Dennehy, and also for its ability to blend classic Western elements with a fresh aesthetic.

According to Variety , "the Kasdan brothers create human characters against a dramatic backdrop that borrows from every convention of the genre." The result is a fast-paced story, with epic moments and moments of introspection, that has aged gracefully: "Rarely has the West seemed so alive."

Shot in New Mexico , Silverado is also a visual homage to the American landscape. The town was built from the ground up in a remote area near the Galisteo River Mountains. The film also addresses universal themes such as land struggles, corruption, and redemption , all with a lively tone that's accessible to all audiences. For those looking to spend a pleasant summer evening, Silverado is a must-see.