The Restless Gun

The Restless Gun (1957-1959)

EndedScripted showDrama, Western

The Restless Gun is a western series that aired on NBC from 1957-1959. The series follows Vint Bonner, a wandering cowboy & a skilled gunfighter.

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Scheduleevery Monday at 20:00 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E38The Hill of DeathJuni 22, 1959
S02E37A Very Special InvestigatorJuni 15, 1959
S02E36The EnglishmanJuni 8, 1959
S02E35The Cavis BoyJuni 1, 1959
S02E34A Trial for Jenny MayMai 25, 1959
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Restless Gun' premiere?

'The Restless Gun' premiered on September 23, 1957.

Who was the main character in 'The Restless Gun'?

The main character in 'The Restless Gun' was Vint Bonner, played by John Payne.

What was Vint Bonner's occupation?

Vint Bonner was a wandering cowboy and a fast gun.

Who was the creator of 'The Restless Gun'?

'The Restless Gun' was created by David Dortort.

Which network aired 'The Restless Gun'?

'The Restless Gun' aired on NBC.

Who composed the theme music for 'The Restless Gun'?

The theme music for 'The Restless Gun' was composed by Melvyn Lenard and conducted by Lud Gluskin.

In which setting did 'The Restless Gun' take place?

'The Restless Gun' was set in the Old West.

Did 'The Restless Gun' have any recurring characters?

Yes, 'The Restless Gun' had a few recurring characters, including Nita Paxton, played by Jean Willes.

How many episodes were produced in the first season of 'The Restless Gun'?

The first season of 'The Restless Gun' consisted of 39 episodes.

Who played the role of Sheriff Mark Abbott in 'The Restless Gun'?

Sheriff Mark Abbott was played by Paul Richards.

Which famous actor guest-starred in an episode of 'The Restless Gun'?

Lee Van Cleef guest-starred in an episode of 'The Restless Gun'.

What was the runtime of each episode of 'The Restless Gun'?

Each episode of 'The Restless Gun' had a runtime of approximately 30 minutes.

Was 'The Restless Gun' based on a book or a movie?

No, 'The Restless Gun' was not based on a book or a movie, but it was inspired by a radio series called 'The Six Shooter'.

Did 'The Restless Gun' receive any awards or nominations?

'The Restless Gun' did not receive any major awards or nominations.

Who directed the majority of episodes in 'The Restless Gun'?

The majority of episodes in 'The Restless Gun' were directed by Robert G. Walker.

Did 'The Restless Gun' have any spin-offs or crossovers?

No, 'The Restless Gun' did not have any spin-offs or crossovers.

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