‘Gunsmoke’: How Many Episodes Were There In The Entire 20-Season Run?
“Gunsmoke” entertained audiences for close to two decades on the air. But it also left behind a record that’s hard …
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‘Gunsmoke’: Amanda Blake Was Furious With Cbs For Canceling The Show
When the last episode of “Gunsmoke” aired, the popular Western had been on television for 20 seasons. It had numerous …
‘Gunsmoke’: Why The Show Ran Up $135,000 Before Filming Started
CBS wanted to make “Gunsmoke” special in bringing the popular radio show to TV. Their efforts cost them $135,000 before …
‘Gunsmoke’: Here’S What James Arness Told Dennis Weaver When He Left For ‘Greener Pastures’
James Arness offered some thoughts to Dennis Weaver as he was leaving “Gunsmoke” for his own TV show. Turns out …
‘Gunsmoke’: What Was ‘Miss Kitty’ Star Amanda Blake’S Real Name?
It is very common for actors to go by stage names or professional names. One of the many actresses who …
Milburn Stone Refused To Play Doc In ‘Gunsmoke’ Unless They Agreed To 1 ‘Ridiculous’ Contract Condition
Gunsmoke would have been an entirely different television show without Milburn Stone playing Doc Adams. However, circumstances almost led to …
James Arness’ Real-Life Wife Played A Gypsy On ‘Gunsmoke’ Twice
Gunsmoke actor James Arness worked with many guest actors over the years, including his wife. The show started as a …
‘Bonanza’: What Happened To Little Joe’S Wife, Alice Harper?
“Bonanza” is a show with quite a fan base. Those fans received a surprise when “Little Joe” Cartwright ends up …
‘Gunsmoke’: James Arness’ Longtime Stuntman Was A Former ‘Marlboro Man’
James Arness played the iconic Marshal Matt Dillon on Gunsmoke. He was a rugged lawman of few words who wouldn’t …
‘Gunsmoke’: How James Arness Became An Actor In His Own Words
Seemed so simple James Arness, the Gunsmoke star, was nudged into acting by a buddy from the military.This was post …