Some stories don’t just entertain — they resonate, inspire, and stay with you long after the screen fades to black. That’s exactly what you’ll get with two incredible films from Chickasaw Nation Productions — Montford: The Chickasaw Rancher and Te Ata — both now streaming on Peacock.
These aren’t just movies.
They’re living pieces of history.
They’re heartbeats of a culture.
And they deserve your full attention.
Montford: The Chickasaw Rancher – A Western Like You’ve Never Seen Before
This film tells the true story of Montford T. Johnson, a Chickasaw man who dared to dream big. Amidst the chaos of post-Civil War America, he built a cattle empire from scratch, guided by courage, resilience, and deep roots in his tribal heritage.
Martin Sensmeier (Tlingit and Koyukon-Athabaskan) brings Montford to life in a way that’s both fierce and deeply human.
Directed by Nathan Frankowski, the movie was filmed in Oklahoma, with sweeping visuals that capture the raw beauty of the land and the grit of the frontier.
💬 With a 75% audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes, and recognition by Collider as one of the “Most Underrated Westerns on Netflix,” this is a must-watch for fans of stories that feel both epic and personal.
Te Ata – The Storyteller Who Touched the World
Te Ata is the breathtaking journey of Mary Thompson Fisher, a Chickasaw woman who rose to fame during a time when Native voices were often silenced. Through poetry, music, and storytelling, she brought the beauty of First American culture to global stages, including the White House and royal courts.
Played by Q’orianka Kilcher, Te Ata’s story unfolds with emotional depth and artistic grace — a celebration of Indigenous identity, womanhood, and the power of art to transcend barriers.
With an impressive 95% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, this film has earned glowing reviews, including from The New York Times, which praised it for honoring “artistic brilliance and cultural pride.”
Why You Should Watch These Films Now
Authentic stories rooted in real lives and history
Powerful performances that move and inspire
A rare, cinematic window into Native American culture
Available now on Peacock — no excuses!
These films were created not just to entertain, but to educate, preserve, and empower. They shine a spotlight on heroes and voices too often left out of the mainstream narrative.
Don’t Just Watch — Feel, Learn, and Celebrate
Ready for something real?
Something powerful?
Something that might just change the way you see the world?
Stream Montford: The Chickasaw Rancher and Te Ata on Peacock now.
Let these stories remind you of the power of history, heritage, and the human spirit.
