The Enduring Allure of Lonesome Dove: Why Netflix's Latest Adaptation Matters The 1989 CBS miniseries adaptation of Larry McMurtry's Lonesome Dove is widely regarded as a classic of American television.
Its sweeping epic tale of two former Texas Rangers embarking on a perilous cattle drive from the Rio Grande to Montana captivated the nation, earning 18 Emmy nominations and winning several, including Best Miniseries.
Now, Netflix has announced a new adaptation of McMurtry's western classic as a straight to series order.