Sergio Leone's Spaghetti Western film 'A Fistful of Dollars' was released, marking the beginning of the Dollars Trilogy and significantly influencing the Western genre.
Principal photography for 'A Fistful of Dollars' commenced, primarily filmed in the Tabernas Desert of Spain, known for its desert landscapes suited to Westerns.
Clint Eastwood was cast as the lead character, 'The Man with No Name', establishing his career as a major star in Western films.