Deadwood is still considered one of the best Western television series of all time, attributed in no small part to the historical accuracy depicting the events that shaped the real frontier town of Deadwood. The show follows Sheriff Seth Bullock (Timothy Olyphant) and saloon-owner Al Swearengen (Ian McShane), two real figures in Deadwood's origin story. It was also populated by some of the Wild West's most enduring icons, like Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane. Deadwood blended truth with fiction to tell an exciting narrative about the hardships and opportunities of the mining town.

Even though Deadwood was canceled after 3 seasons, there's no denying it's a well-documented and researched series that offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of life in the American West. The creators, writers, and actors took the time to be as historically accurate wherever possible while also applying creative license to embellish characters who were...