How Many Django Movies Are There?
The Spark of Interest: The 2012 Quentin Tarantino Film
The Walt Disney Company is known for its beloved animated classics and live-action blockbusters, but few people know that they have a film franchise inspired by a 1966 Spaghetti Western, starring an eponymous character named Django. The 2012 release, "Django Unchained", directed by Quentin Tarantino, sparked a curiosity about the original Django movies. But, how many Django movies are there?
The Original Django: A 1966 Italian Spaghetti Western
The 1966 film "Django" is a Spaghetti Western directed by Sergio Corbucci, an Italian film director, and producer. The movie tells the story of Django, a ruthless drifter and former bounty hunter, hired by a wealthy widow to transport a coffin containing a mysterious stowaway. The film’s success led to a franchise, with five sequels, making it one of the most successful Spaghetti Western series.
The Django Franchise Timeline: From 1966 to 1987
Here’s a brief overview of the original "Django" franchise:
- 1966: Django (original film) – Directed by Sergio Corbucci
- 1967: Django, il bastonier (Django, the Useless)
- 1971: Django prepare a dolce vittoria (Django Arrives in a Sweet Victory)
- 1973: Django: il grande ritorno (Django: The Great Return)
- 1987: Djangox Django
The Quentin Tarantino Connection: Django Unchained (2012)
Quentin Tarantino, known for his non-linear storytelling and homages to other films, took inspiration from the 1966 "Django" and created his own Django-related movie. Django Unchained, released in 2012, is a Western film set in the pre-Civil War era (1858). The film stars Jamie Foxx as Django, a freed slave who seeks revenge with the help of a German bounty hunter, Dr. King Schultz (Christoph Waltz). The film received critical acclaim and won two Academy Awards, including Best Original Screenplay for Tarantino.
Other Django Movies and TV Shows
In addition to the original 1966 film and Tarantino’s 2012 release, there have been other movies and TV shows with the title "Django":
- Django: The Fellows of the Tomb (2021) – an Italian Spaghetti Western inspired by the 1966 film
- Paranormal Activity: Next of Kin (2018) – a horror movie starring Logan Fortune as Django, a treasure hunter
- Django (TV series, 2020) – an Italian TV series, which is not directly connected to the original film or Tarantino’s "Django Unchained"
Concluding the Count: How Many Django Movies Are There?
In summary, there are:
- 6 Django movies in the original Spaghetti Western franchise (1966-1987)
- 1 Quentin Tarantino film, "Django Unchained" (2012)
- 1 Italian Spaghetti Western inspired by the 1966 film
- 1 horror movie with "Django" as a title character
- 1 Italian TV series with the same title
Conclusion
The abundance of Django movies, from Spaghetti Westerns to modern day horror, demonstrates the enduring appeal of the character. The spark ignited by Sergio Corbucci’s 1966 "Django" continues to burn bright, with new adaptations and interpretations emerging. As we reflect on the evolution of the Django franchise, we can appreciate the impact of this cult classic on film history and its continued influence on popular culture.