jimndena Review of How the West Was Won

How the West Was Won (1976–1979)

Extra in the Movie

[10/10 · 3 July 2005]

I was an extra in the first part of this series as a Russian soldier shooting buffalo, and doubled Cameron Mitchel as Coolly John. I even got to spend some time in make-up with Ricardo Mantalban. I got all the autographs, and had the time of my life. I have personal photos of Brian Keith, with Ricardo and many of the other stars. I was with them at the location shoot in Canon City Colorado. My problem is, I have not been able to find it on VHS or DVD since seeing the original broadcast many years ago. If anyone knows where I can find it, PLEASE write.

This has been a quest for almost 30 years. Jim Sellers [e-mail]