Lorin Morgan-Richards Presents Biographies of the West
The Paramount Ranch Story
Directed by Lorin Morgan RichardsS6 • E5 Feb 22, 2025
Narrator Lorin Morgan-Richards explores the rich cinematic legacy of Paramount Ranch, a historic movie set nestled in the Santa Monica Mountains of California. From the ranch's origins to its purchase by Paramount Pictures in 1927 to the transformation of one of Hollywood's most iconic outdoor filming locations. Used in over 130 films and countless television shows, including Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman, Westworld, and The Cisco Kid, the ranch became a versatile backdrop for stories set across the American West and beyond. The documentary also reflects on the devastating 2018 Woolsey Fire, which destroyed much of the Western Town, and highlights ongoing efforts by the National Park Service to restore and preserve this cultural landmark for future generations.
