The BEST episodes of The Sacketts

Every episode of The Sacketts ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Sacketts!

"The Sacketts" (1979) is a riveting Western saga that follows the journey of three brothers attempting to find their place in the world. Based on the books by Louis L'Amour, this made-for-television movie stars Tom Selleck, Sam Elliott and Jeff Osterhage as the Sackett Brothers, who head out West after the Civil War, embarking on a grand series of adventures. Glenn Ford, Ben Johnson and Jack Elam co-star in this grand Western.

Last Updated: 3/24/2026Network: NBCStatus: Ended
Part 1
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7.83
29 votes

#1 - Part 1

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/15/1979

Three brothers (Sam Elliott, Tom Selleck, Jeff Osterhage) encounter rustlers and gunslingers on the Texas and New Mexico frontier. Part 1 of 2.

Directors: Robert Totten
Writer: Jim Byrnes
Part 2
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7.52
23 votes

#2 - Part 2

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/16/1979

Conclusion. Orrin and Ty (Jeff Osterhage) try to keep peace between the Americans and the Mexicans, while Tell seeks his fortune in gold.

Directors: Robert Totten
Writer: Jim Byrnes