Bonanza (1959)

The High-Sierra adventures of Ben Cartwright and his sons as they run and defend their ranch while helping the surrounding community.

Genres: Western, Action & Adventure, Drama, Family

What to watch after Bonanza

• Little House on the Prairie (1974) — Same subject: wild west, 19th century
• Good Times (1974) — Same feel: dramatic, feel-good
• Gilligan's Island (1964) — Christian Nyby directed both
• My Three Sons (1960) — A loose match in how its finales land
• Remington Steele (1982) — Two steps away in the credits
• The Dukes of Hazzard (1979) — Don McDougall directed both