Amazon Prime Introduces Two Western Reboots

Amazon Prime Video is set to captivate audiences with two new series, "Butch and Cassidy" and "The Magnificent Seven." Both series reimagines classic Western tales, promising fresh narratives and high-quality production values.

"Butch and Cassidy"

"Butch and Cassidy" is a modern reimagining of the legendary outlaws Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. Starring Regé-Jean Page and Glen Powell, this series is set in an alternate America, offering a contemporary twist on the iconic duo's adventures. Directed by the Russo Brothers, known for their work on major Marvel films, the series blends elements of the original story with new, dynamic storytelling.

The show is part of Amazon Prime Video's early 2024 lineup and is expected to bring a fresh perspective to the Western genre. The involvement of the Russo Brothers suggests high-quality production and engaging narratives, making "Butch and Cassidy" a must-watch for fans of classic and modern Westerns alike.

"The Magnificent Seven"

Amazon Prime Video is also rebooting the classic 1960 film "The Magnificent Seven" into a TV series. Developed by Nic Pizzolatto, the creator of "True Detective," this new adaptation will revisit the epic tale of seven gunmen who band together to protect a village from bandits. The original film was itself a remake of Akira Kurosawa's "Seven Samurai."

The series will follow an outlaw and his diverse group of fighters as they defend a settlement of immigrant homesteaders in central Texas from cattle barons. This modern retelling aims to capture the essence of classic Western epics, promising a saga filled with adventure, action, and romance.

Pizzolatto, who also co-wrote the 2016 remake of "The Magnificent Seven," will write and executive produce the series. Mark Johnson, Lawrence Mirisch, and Bruce Kaufman will join him as executive producers. This reboot is part of Amazon's broader strategy to develop a new series based on intellectual properties acquired from MGM​.