Wild Wild West

Wild Wild West

Year: 1999

Runtime: 106 min

Language: English

Director: Barry Sonnenfeld

ActionSci-FiComedyWestern

In this action-packed Wild Wild West adventure, President Grant faces off against diabolical inventor Dr. Loveless, who's plotting his assassination. Civil War hero James West teams up with thoughtful U.S. Marshal Artemus Gordon to take down the villainous Loveless, but their contrasting styles create sparks. Together, they join forces with a mysterious stranger and zero in on their man.

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Timeline – Wild Wild West (1999)
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1

Captain West Observes Ex-Confederates

In the year 1869, Army Captain James West hides in a railroad water tower to spy on a group of ex-Confederate soldiers. He is particularly focused on their leader, the notorious General 'Bloodbath' McGrath, who is suspected of planning something sinister.

1869
2

Chaos in the Saloon

West tracks the soldiers to a saloon where General McGrath is in a rowdy revelry. A large prostitute attempts to hypnotize the general to reveal his plans, but chaos ensues, providing West with a chance to infiltrate the establishment.

Saloon
3

Confrontation with Thugs

Upon breaking into the saloon, West is stalled by the cunning prostitute, allowing McGrath to escape. This leads to a fierce confrontation where West takes on McGrath's thugs, showcasing his combat skills and determination.

Saloon
4

Meeting U.S. Marshal Artemus Gordon

During the confrontation, West discovers that the enigmatic figure assisting him is actually U.S. Marshal Artemus Gordon. This revelation shifts the dynamics of their partnership as they join forces against the thugs.

5

Summoned by President Grant

The narrative shifts to Washington, D.C., where President Ulysses S. Grant summons West and Gordon to the White House. He informs them of the mysterious disappearances of key American scientists, tasks them with solving the mystery before the transcontinental railroad's inauguration.

Washington, D.C.
6

Investigation in New Orleans

West and Gordon travel to New Orleans to investigate Dr. Arliss Loveless, an ex-Confederate scientist. Here, they engage in an extravagant gathering and West mistakenly identifies a female guest as Gordon, putting himself in a precarious situation.

New Orleans
7

Gordon's Rescue

While West faces a mob threatening to lynch him, Gordon boldly navigates the mansion and uncovers a caged damsel named Rita Escobar. He heroically rescues her, thus deepening their involvement in Loveless's sinister plot.

Loveless's mansion
8

Introduced to Loveless's Weapon

Loveless displays his latest creation, a steam-powered tank, and demonstrates its lethality by brutally killing General McGrath. This shocking act heightens the urgency of West and Gordon's quest to stop Loveless.

9

Chasing Loveless

After learning of McGrath's fate, West recounts Loveless’s dark past involving a massacre of free slaves. Enraged, West, Gordon, and Rita pursue Loveless, who is making his escape on an armored train heading to Utah.

On the train
10

Captured by Loveless

While attempting to thwart Loveless's train, Rita accidentally releases sleeping gas, knocking out West, Gordon, and herself. They awaken to find themselves captured, as Loveless plans to abduct President Grant.

11

Evading Traps

Using their wits, West and Gordon manage to escape lethal flying disks activated by their collars. They cleverly evade this deadly trap and discover Loveless's private railroad leading to his evil operations.

12

The Mechanical Spider

Loveless unveils his ultimate weapon—a colossal mechanical spider equipped with advanced weaponry. This formidable creation enhances the stakes as it makes its way toward the ceremony, threatening everything in its path.

13

Final Showdown

During a climactic battle at the inauguration ceremony, Loveless captures Gordon and President Grant. In a shocking twist, West appears to be defeated but reveals he has survived thanks to a layer of chain mail.

Promontory, Utah
14

West's Distraction

Employing a clever ruse, West disguises himself as a belly dancer to distract Loveless. This diversion allows him to devise a plan to rescue Gordon and President Grant from Loveless's clutches.

15

Victory and New Roles

After a final confrontation with Loveless, West prevails, leading to Loveless's downfall into a canyon. As the dust settles, President Grant recognizes the bravery of West and Gordon, promoting them as the inaugural agents of the U.S. Secret Service.

Promontory, Utah

Last Updated: November 03, 2024 at 13:56

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