The Best Hallmark Cowboy And Ranch Movies, Ranked

At this point, there are so many Hallmark Channel original films to choose from that there's truly something for everyone. While the network has definitely been guilty of featuring some outdated movie tropes, so many of its films are still a good time, often blending genres like mystery, drama, romance, and western with ease. If you haven't gotten around to diving into some of the channel's more niche options, the network's ranch- and cowboy-themed movies are definitely worth a watch.

From dashing cowboys to gorgeous landscape views, this section of Hallmark's catalog has it all. Whether you're in the mood for movies heavy on romance with a struggling ranch owner or a second-chance romance with a superstar country singer, these charming hits are guaranteed to give you all the cozy fall vibes. Below, we've ranked the best cowboy- and ranch-themed movies the channel has to offer based on IMDb and Letterboxd reviews.

"Harvest Moon" is your classic city girl travels to the country rom-com. Jen Stone, played by Hallmark star Jessy Schram, tries to fix up a pumpkin farm and butts heads with farm manager Brett (Jesse Hutch). At the time of this writing, it holds an overall IMDb rating of 6.4/10 and a 2.7/5 star rating on Letterboxd. Filled with plenty of horseback rides, romance, and fall vibes, this one is still a lot of fun, despite being at the bottom of this list.

"One Starry Christmas" is the genre-crossover we didn't know we needed. Not only is it a solid Hallmark Channel Christmas movie, it's also got some fun western elements too. Sarah Carter plays Holly, an aspiring astronomy professor and Christmas-lover who meets cowboy Luke (Damon Runyan) while traveling for the holidays. Even though this one sits toward the bottom of this list, it's great for those who love a movie that rolls it all into one: a good love triangle, cowboys, and the holidays. It holds an IMDb score of 6.6/10 and a Letterboxd rating of 3/5 stars.

Beloved '90s TV star Luke Perry stars in "Love in Paradise" as western actor Avery Ford. Ford is sent to a ranch in Montana to do press, but in reality, he's a city guy who doesn't vibe with country life. Naturally, a romance ensues with ranch owner Heather Twain (played by Emmanuelle Vaugier) as he spends more time there. Even though this one isn't ranked as highly, it's just fun seeing Luke Perry as a cowboy. Overall, it has a solid IMDb rating of 6.6/10 and a Letterboxd rating of 3.1/5 stars.

"Christmas in Montana" is another holiday film with western elements, and it's just fun for the whole family. Starring Kellie Martin and Colin Ferguson, financial advisor Sara Bradley (Martin) travels to Montana to help cattle ranch owner Travis Carson (Ferguson) save his land. Although they're extremely different, they both find they have a lot to learn from each other and, of course, develop a romance. At the time of this writing, this movie holds an IMDb rating of 6.7/10 and a Letterboxd rating of 3/5 stars.

"A Summer Romance" stars Erin Krakow as Samantha Walker, whose Montana ranch has been in her family for generations. When developer Richard Belmont (Ryan Paevey) shows up to buy it, the two naturally clash, but eventually develop trust and a romance. While it's certainly no "Yellowstone," it's a fun, sweet, and classic Hallmark movie that's earned a solid spot on this list. Overall, it has an IMDb rating of 6.7/10 and a Letterboxd rating of 3/5 stars.

Hallmark star Jesse Metcalfe is the leading man in "A Country Wedding" and this film takes the second spot on this list. Metcalfe plays Bradley, a cowboy hat-wearing country singer set to marry an actress, but once he returns to his hometown, everything changes. He reconnects with childhood sweetheart Sarah (Autumn Reeser), who owns a small ranch and horse sanctuary. Bradley finally feels inspired to write new music again and re-evaluates his life. This second-chance romance earned an IMDb score of 7/10 and a Letterboxd rating of 2.9/5 stars.

"The Real West" is our top overall pick with an IMDb score of 7/10 and a 3.1/5 star rating on Letterboxd. Hallmark fans enjoyed this romance that follows widow and professor Rebecca. She decides to take her family on vacation to a working ranch where she meets former rodeo rider Jake West. It features all kinds of ranch-life fun, including horseback riding and other open-land adventures. And the plot really thickens when Rebecca realizes Jake is dating her sister.