Fallout’s Success Breathes New Life into Walton Goggins’ 2012 Western Hit

Walton Goggins has been capturing headlines recently for his standout performance as The Ghoul in the hit series Fallout. This surge in popularity has naturally led fans to explore his extensive back catalog, bringing renewed attention to one of his most notable past projects.

The 2012 western Django Unchained has seen a significant spike in viewership, recently breaking into the top 10 most-watched titles on HBO Max in several countries, including France and Italy. In this Quentin Tarantino film, Goggins stars alongside Hollywood heavyweights like Leonardo DiCaprio, Christoph Waltz, and Jamie Foxx.

The movie follows the story of a freed slave who teams up with a German bounty hunter to rescue his wife from a brutal plantation owner. It was both a critical and commercial smash upon release, earning $424 million worldwide and securing two Academy Awards.

While streaming availability varies by region, the film’s resurgence proves that Goggins’ current fame is introducing a new generation to his earlier gritty roles. Whether you are discovering it for the first time or revisiting it, the movie remains a defining entry in modern western cinema.

Let us know in the comments if you think this is Goggins’ best performance outside of the Fallout series.