The Sacketts

The Sacketts

Year: 1000

Runtime: 240 mins

Language: English

Director: Robert Totten

Western

A traditional sagebrush saga adapted from Louis L’Amour’s novels “Sackett” and “The Daybreakers,” it follows the three Sackett brothers as they ride into post‑Civil War New Mexico. They pursue wealth, avenge a family murder, drive cattle across the frontier, and battle to uphold law and order.

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1

Orrin's Wedding and Tragic Shooting

During Orrin's wedding ceremony, Long Higgins arrives and holds Orrin at gunpoint. Higgins fires his weapon, but Orrin's fiancée gets in the way and is shot and killed. Tyrel arrives just in time and shoots Long Higgins dead, marking a violent start to the brothers' reunion.

2

Tyrel Leaves Tennessee

Following his sister-in-law's funeral and Orrin's grief, Tyrel decides to leave Tennessee after killing Higgins to escape the consequences. He heads west, seeking new opportunities and adventure in the frontier.

Tennessee
3

Tell's Gold Find and Confrontation

In Uvalde, Texas, Tell finds work at a mining camp and gets into a dispute when he shoots a cheating card player, Wes Bigelow. The camp leader warns Tell to leave before Bigelow's brothers seek revenge, prompting Tell to go into the wilderness alone.

Uvalde, Texas
4

Tyrel Joins a Cattle Drive

Tyrel joins a cattle drive as a cowhand, befriending seasoned cowhand Cap Rountree and veteran gunfighter Tom Sunday. Orrin joins the group later, and they plan to collect wild cattle near the Purgatoire River.

Kansas
5

The Men Arrive in Santa Fe

While in Abilene, Kansas, Orrin, Tyrel, and Sunday prepare to gather wild cattle and pursue their personal interests. Orrin becomes interested in Pritts' daughter, while Tyrel is attracted to Dona Drusilla, creating romantic tensions in the group.

Abilene, Kansas
6

Meeting Tell in Colorado

The brothers reunite with Tell at a small town called Purgatorie. Tell and Cap decide to search for gold in the mountains, while Orrin, Tyrel, and Sunday plan to head to Santa Fe with their cattle collection. Ira Bigelow begins tracking Tell for revenge.

Purgatorie, Colorado
7

Encounter with Kid Newton and Ira Bigelow

Tell is approached by a young gunfighter, Kid Newton, and manages to avoid a gunfight through dialogue. Ira Bigelow arrives in town searching for Tell, and Newton offers to guide him, escalating the conflict.

Elizabethtown, New Mexico
8

Orrin and Sunday’s Dispute and Election

Orrin and Sunday compete in the Santa Fe sheriff election. Pritts influences the outcome by discrediting Sunday, leading to Orrin's victory. Sunday becomes bitter and drinks heavily, ultimately dismissing Orrin's offer to be his deputy.

Santa Fe
9

Death of Don Luis and Justice

Following the death of Don Luis, Orrin and Tyrel uncover Pritts' orders to kill a Mexican man. They gather evidence to have Pritts arrested, demonstrating their commitment to justice amid mounting tensions.

Santa Fe
10

Sackett Brothers' Final Showdown

Cap, Tell, Orrin, and Tyrel confront the Bigelow gang in Purgatorie. After the Bigelows arrive, the Sackett brothers open fire, resulting in a fierce gunfight where all seven Bigelow brothers are killed, ending the threat.

Purgatorie, Colorado
11

Tyrel’s Sacrifice and Victory

During the final gunfight, Tyrel shoots and kills the last Bigelow brother, Benson, and is visibly emotional as he mourns the violence. His sacrifice secures the safety of his family and completes their journey of justice.

Purgatorie, Colorado
12

Cap and Tell Escape in the Caves

Cap, wounded, and Tell find refuge in mountain caves after being assaulted by Bigelow men. Ange Kerry manages to send a message for help, setting the stage for the final confrontation.

Purgatorie, Colorado
13

Climactic Battle at Dawn

As the Bigelow gang prepares for a dawn gunfight in Purgatorie, Tell faces them alone. The brothers and Cap join him in a coordinated attack, resulting in the death of all seven Bigelows and the end of their threat.

Purgatorie, Colorado
14

Brothers Walk Away Together

After the gunfight, the Sackett brothers and Cap walk away down the street, victorious. This final scene symbolizes their unity, resilience, and the completion of their frontier justice journey.

Purgatorie, Colorado

Last Updated: August 19, 2025 at 05:14

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