Jesse James - American Outlaw

Documentary

One of the most infamous outlaws in American history, Jesse James is remembered for his gunslinging skills, ruthless bank robberies, and frequent train hijackings. A volatile mixture of charisma and cruelty, he ruled his gang with an ironfist - until one of his own double-crossed him.

The sequence of events that led to James' demise was put in motion when he met Robert Ford, who had been obsessed with the bandit since childhood. Ford joined the James Gang, but the reality did not live up to the fantasy. Ultimately, a government conspiracy and a hefty reward pushed over the edge into committing one of the most one of the most treacherous acts in the history of the Old West.

Now, The History Channel examines James' legendary murder and the mystery that continues to surround his death today in two acclaimed documentaries: The Plot to Kill Jesse James and The James Gang: Outlaw Brothers.