Spielberg Hopes to Film First Western in 2027

Steven Spielberg hopes to begin filming his first full-length Western in 2027, cinematographer Janusz Kamiński said, describing a target for the untitled project rather than a confirmed production schedule.

Kamiński, who has worked with Spielberg for more than 30 years, is collaborating with the director on the film and has begun considering its visual style. The 2027 timing comes from Kamiński’s comments in an interview about the project; Spielberg has not announced a firm start date.

Spielberg disclosed in March 2026 that he had a Western in development, but shared few details about its story. He said it would include horses and guns and would avoid stereotypes. The project would be his first full-length feature devoted to the Western genre, though his previous films have included Western elements.

Kamiński said landscapes in the Sudeten Mountains, with rolling hills, snow and fog, reminded him of parts of Montana. He said his experience of those settings informed his perspective on the film’s landscape and that filmmakers from other countries can bring different aesthetics to American movies.

The director and cinematographer have worked together on more than 20 films, including...