Once Upon a Time in the West (re-release)

A mysterious man known as Harmonica arrives in the Old West settlement of Flagstone. He quickly takes on and deals with three masked assailants who ambush him, setting the tone for the dangers that lie ahead.

Harmonica's initial intention is to confront an outlaw named Frank, but he soon discovers that the assailants are linked to the notorious bandit Cheyenne. The event raises questions about his true motives for seeking out Frank in the first place.

In a shocking turn of events, Frank and his gang execute Brett McBain and his three children at their ranch, Sweetwater. This brutal act occurs just before a celebratory gathering, leaving the community in disbelief and horror.

Jill McBain, who recently married Brett in New Orleans, arrives at Sweetwater to find the horrific crime scene left by Frank. Her shock and confusion deepen as she realizes the implications of the murder on her future.

Frank leaves evidence to implicate Cheyenne in the murders, complicating the narrative of blame. This malicious act adds another layer of tension to the already chaotic situation within the Old West.

It is unveiled that Frank works for railway magnate Morton, who had instructed him to intimidate McBain rather than kill him. McBain's aspirations to build a watering station on his land posed a threat to Morton's railroad plans.

As a widow and new owner of Sweetwater, Jill finds herself in a web of greed and deception following the murders. She must navigate the treacherous landscape created by Frank's ambitions and Morton's interests.

Harmonica and Cheyenne cross paths, with Cheyenne claiming he did not send his men to harm Harmonica. This shared interest in confronting Frank begins to form an unlikely alliance between the two.

Harmonica comes to Jill's aid, saving her from Frank’s henchmen but is caught in the aftermath. His capture raises the stakes as Cheyenne must decide how to intervene to protect both Harmonica and Jill.

As Jill participates in an auction for Sweetwater, she faces intimidation from Frank’s goons. Harmonica and Cheyenne disrupt this plan by offering an impressive bid that surprises everyone, including Frank.

Realizing that Morton is playing his own hand, Harmonica intervenes to prevent Frank’s assassination. This revelation leads to a confrontation where Harmonica's past connection with Frank is explored.

In a climactic showdown, Cheyenne's gang attacks Frank's remaining forces aboard Morton's train. The ensuing gunfight is chaotic, leaving destruction and narrowing down the conflict to the main players.

A final duel takes place between Harmonica and Frank, where flashbacks reveal Frank's dark past. The memories connected to the harmonica serve as a haunting reminder of his journey.

Harmonica ultimately prevails, forcing the harmonica into Frank’s mouth as a final symbol of their conflict. Frank's demise leaves a bittersweet note as it mirrors the tragic tales of the Old West.

As Harmonica and Cheyenne prepare to leave Sweetwater, Cheyenne succumbs to his wounds from earlier skirmishes. Harmonica honors Cheyenne's memory by placing his body on the horse, riding away as Jill faces an uncertain future.