20 Western Movies You Must See Before You Die

By Sam Hill /

12. Butch Cassidy And The Sundance Kid (1969)

Loathed by many for its self-conscious, whimsical tone - but beloved by even more for its charming lead performances, wonderful set-pieces, and unforgettable ending - Butch Cassidy And The Sundance Kid is western escapism at its most vibrant and playful. And yet there's a dark undercurrent here that cements it as a classic.