Iron Horse

Iron Horse (1966-1968)

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Iron Horse was a Western series that aired on ABC from 1966 to 1968.

Ben Calhoun won the half-completed Buffalo Pass, Scalplock and Defiance Line railroad in a poker game and must fight 1880s Indians, bankers and bad guys to complete the line.

Network
Scheduleevery Saturday (60 min)

Last Episode

Dry Run to Glory
Season 2Episode 1760 min

Dry Run to Glory

Victor Lamphier has a grudge against alcoholic Billy Joe, whose father is a rich rancher. Victor hijacks Ben's train to exact his revenge and Ben must outwit the man without anyone coming to harm.
Jan 6, 1968

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E17Dry Run to GloryJan 6, 1968
S02E16The PrisonerDec 30, 1967
S02E15Death Has Two FacesDec 23, 1967
S02E14Wild TrackDec 16, 1967
S02E13Dealer's ChoiceDec 9, 1967
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Iron Horse' premiere?

'Iron Horse' premiered on September 12, 1966.

Who were the main characters in 'Iron Horse'?

The main characters in 'Iron Horse' were Ben Calhoun, Dave Tarrant, and Barnabas Rogers.

What was the premise of 'Iron Horse'?

'Iron Horse' followed the story of Ben Calhoun, a former Civil War officer who sets out to build a railroad across the United States.

Where was 'Iron Horse' set?

'Iron Horse' was set in the 1870s United States.

Who played the character of Ben Calhoun in 'Iron Horse'?

Dale Robertson portrayed the character of Ben Calhoun in 'Iron Horse'.

What was the genre of 'Iron Horse'?

'Iron Horse' was a Western drama television series.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Iron Horse'?

The first season of 'Iron Horse' consisted of 26 episodes.

Who created 'Iron Horse'?

'Iron Horse' was created by J. Edmond Almond.

What was the time slot for 'Iron Horse'?

'Iron Horse' aired on Monday nights at 7:30 pm.

Did 'Iron Horse' receive any awards or nominations?

'Iron Horse' did not receive any major awards or nominations.

What network aired 'Iron Horse'?

'Iron Horse' aired on ABC.

Did 'Iron Horse' have any notable guest stars?

Yes, 'Iron Horse' featured guest appearances by actors such as Angie Dickinson, Stefanie Powers, and Martin Landau.

Did 'Iron Horse' have a memorable theme song?

Yes, 'Iron Horse' had a memorable theme song composed by David Rose.

What were some notable storylines in 'Iron Horse'?

Some notable storylines in 'Iron Horse' included Ben's challenges in building the railroad, conflicts with rival businessmen, and encounters with Native American tribes.

Did 'Iron Horse' have a dedicated fanbase?

'Iron Horse' had a dedicated fanbase who appreciated its unique blend of Western and historical elements.

Cast

Gary Collins

Gary Collins

plays Dave Tarrant
Dale Robertson

Dale Robertson

plays Ben Calhoun
Roger Torrey

Roger Torrey

plays Nils Torvald
Robert Random

Robert Random

plays Barnabas Rogers
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Characters

Dave Tarrant

Dave Tarrant

played by Gary Collins
Ben Calhoun

Ben Calhoun

played by Dale Robertson
Nils Torvald

Nils Torvald

played by Roger Torrey
Barnabas Rogers

Barnabas Rogers

played by Robert Random
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Also known as

  • Le Cheval de Fer (France)

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