The Westerner

The Westerner (1960)

EndedScripted showAction, Western

Laconic cowboy Dave Blasingame wanders the Wild West with his faithful dog Brown and the occasional companionship of pal Burgundy Smith.

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Scheduleevery Friday at 20:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E13The PaintingDec 30, 1960
S01E12Hand on the GunDec 23, 1960
S01E11Going HomeDec 16, 1960
S01E10Line CampDec 9, 1960
S01E09Ghost of a ChanceDec 2, 1960
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did "The Westerner" premiere?

"The Westerner" premiered on September 30, 1960.

Who played the main character, Dave Blassingame, in "The Westerner"?

Brian Keith portrayed the main character, Dave Blassingame, in "The Westerner."

What was the occupation of Dave Blassingame in "The Westerner"?

Dave Blassingame was a drifter and cowboy in "The Westerner."

Who was the creator of "The Westerner"?

"The Westerner" was created by Sam Peckinpah.

Which famous actor made a guest appearance on "The Westerner" as Wyatt Earp?

Hugh O'Brian made a guest appearance as Wyatt Earp on "The Westerner."

In which state was "The Westerner" primarily set?

"The Westerner" was primarily set in Texas.

What was the name of the horse ridden by Dave Blassingame in "The Westerner"?

The horse ridden by Dave Blassingame in "The Westerner" was named Brown.

Who was the love interest of Dave Blassingame in "The Westerner"?

The love interest of Dave Blassingame in "The Westerner" was a saloon owner named Lily Merrill.

What was the running time of each episode of "The Westerner"?

Each episode of "The Westerner" had a running time of approximately 30 minutes.

What was the genre of "The Westerner"?

"The Westerner" was a Western drama television series.

Which network aired "The Westerner"?

"The Westerner" aired on NBC.

Who composed the theme music for "The Westerner"?

Jerome Moross composed the theme music for "The Westerner."

How many episodes were there in the first season of "The Westerner"?

The first season of "The Westerner" consisted of 13 episodes.

Who was the executive producer of "The Westerner"?

Leslie H. Martinson served as the executive producer of "The Westerner."

Was "The Westerner" based on any novels or books?

No, "The Westerner" was not based on any novels or books.

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