"A Million Ways to Die in the West" was a commercial success, grossing over $352 million worldwide. The film received several award nominations, including two Golden Globe nominations for Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy and Best Supporting Actress - Charlize Theron.
From the looming threat of death by "splinter" to the absurdity of a doctor offering a block of wood to bite down on during surgery, the film builds its comedy on a foundation of misery. The protagonist, Albert Stark (played by MacFarlane), is a relatable, neurotic sheep farmer who is essentially a modern man trapped in a time where "fair fights" don't exist. His cynical worldview serves as the perfect vessel for the audience to question the logic of Western tropes. a million ways to die in the west 2014 720p b better
But in the West, clarity is a curse. As Albert marveled at the improved resolution of the horizon, he became so distracted by the high-definition beauty of a soaring hawk that he didn't notice the very clear, very detailed "B Better" stagecoach hurtling toward him. "A Million Ways to Die in the West"
(Amanda Seyfried) dumps him for the town’s arrogant, mustache-obsessed businessman, (Neil Patrick Harris). The protagonist, Albert Stark (played by MacFarlane), is