Broken Trail is a 2006 Western miniseries directed by Walter Hill and starring Robert Duvall and Thomas Haden Church. The story takes place in 1897 and follows an aging cowboy named Prentice Ritter and his estranged nephew Tom Harte as they transport 500 horses from Oregon to Wyoming to sell to the British Army. Along the way, they rescue five Chinese girls from a slave trader and take them under their wing, complicating their dangerous journey across the frontier. As they travel, the group faces challenges such as harsh weather conditions and encounters with hostile gangs. Meanwhile, Ed "Big Ears" Bywaters, a hired killer working for the ruthless madam "Big Rump" Kate Becker in Caribou City - the girl's original destination - pursues them with the intention of capturing them and returning them to Kate. Throughout the journey, Prentice and Tom develop a bond with the girls, teaching them various skills such as horseback riding and how to speak English. As they near their destination, the group faces a final confrontation with Ed and his gang, leading to a climactic shootout that will determine their fate. Broken Trail explores themes of redemption and the importance of family, highlighting Prentice and Tom's personal growth as they navigate the challenges of their journey and care for the girls. Despite the perils they face, the group remains resilient in Broken Trail's gripping narrative of courage, perseverance, and human connection set against stunning western landscapes.

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Some TV shows that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Broken Trail include Warrior, Gunsmoke, Zorro, Bonanza, Dominion Creek, Walker, Texas Ranger.