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If you are looking for documentaries or educational videos, go to our "videos" page. Unfortunately, there aren't any Hollywood movies about the Oregon Trail that we can recommend. However, there are no shortage of westerns we like. Here's a few. A must-see classic Little Big Man (1970) Starring Dustin Hoffman, this sweeping, critically-acclaimed film is a portrait of a man who lived through all the key events in the old west. The film makes a strong statement about our treatment of Native Americans. Both funny and tragic, it's a real masterpiece. Our all-time favorite Dances with Wolves (1990) This film provides a strikingly accurate look at life in the west in the mid 1800s. Amazing cinematography, great characters, and a whole new view of Native Americans. The best western of the 90s. Santa Fe Trail (1940) ~ VHS ~ Usually ships in 24 hours ~This Ronald Reagan western is offers a sanitized Hollywood version of the western journey; but it's a lot of fun if you are a Reagan fan. Butch Cassidy & The Sundance Kid (1969)~ VHS ~ Usually ships in 24 hours ~ Redford and Newman star in this classic film that rejuvenated the American western. An academy award winner for cinematography and a box-office smash. Buffalo Soldiers (1997) ~ VHS ~ Usually ships in 24 hours ~ Danny Glover stars in this movie about an African-American cavalry troop battling racism and bandits. High adventure; and one of the few films to deal with the African-American experience in the West. Wagons East (1994) ~ VHS ~ Usually ships in 24 hours ~ Why would we include this John Candy/Richard Lewis comedy? Certainly not because of the critical acclaim--there wasn't any! But if you're a teacher, it might be a fun way to end your Oregon Trail unit. Have the kids point out all the historical goofs in this wagon train movie.