The Young Riders

The Young Riders (1989-1992)

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The Young Riders was an American Western television series created by Ed Spielman that presents a fictionalized account of a group of young Pony Express riders (some of whom are young versions of legendary figures in Old West history) based at the Sweetwater Station in the Nebraska Territory during the years leading up to the American Civil War.

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Scheduleevery Thursday (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E22'Til Death Do Us Part (2)Jul 23, 1992
S03E21'Til Death Do Us Part (1)Jul 23, 1992
S03E20The DebtJul 16, 1992
S03E19Lessons LearnedJul 9, 1992
S03E18The SacrificeJun 25, 1992
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did The Young Riders first air?

The Young Riders premiered on September 20, 1989.

What is the premise of The Young Riders?

The Young Riders is about a group of young Pony Express riders who face various challenges while delivering mail in the American West.

Who played the lead role of Hickok in The Young Riders?

The lead role of Hickok in The Young Riders was played by Josh Brolin.

Which actor played the role of Jimmy Hickok in The Young Riders?

The role of Jimmy Hickok was played by actor Stephen Baldwin.

Who portrayed the character of Wild Bill Hickok's love interest in The Young Riders?

The character of Wild Bill Hickok's love interest was played by actress Clare Wren.

Which actor played the role of Teaspoon in The Young Riders?

The role of Teaspoon in The Young Riders was played by actor Anthony Zerbe.

What is the name of the town where the Pony Express station in The Young Riders is located?

The town where the Pony Express station in The Young Riders is located is called Sweetwater.

Who was the creator of The Young Riders?

The Young Riders was created by Ed Spielman.

What is unique about the episode 'Famous People' in The Young Riders?

The episode 'Famous People' in The Young Riders featured guest appearances by Robert Horton, star of the 1950s western TV series Wagon Train, and Gary Cooper's daughter, Maria Cooper Janis.

Which actor played the role of Ike in The Young Riders?

The role of Ike in The Young Riders was played by actor Travis Fine.

Where was The Young Riders primarily filmed?

The Young Riders was primarily filmed in California.

Who played the character of Emma in The Young Riders?

The character of Emma in The Young Riders was played by actress Donzaleigh Abernathy.

Which actor played the role of Lou in The Young Riders?

The role of Lou in The Young Riders was played by actress Yvonne Suhor.

Who composed the theme song for The Young Riders?

The theme song for The Young Riders was composed by John Debney.

Which actor played the role of Cody in The Young Riders?

The role of Cody in The Young Riders was played by actor Stephen L. Keats.

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Also known as

  • Ponniekspressen (Norway)

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