Gunsmoke
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James Arness Horrified ‘Gunsmoke’ Director When He Snapped at Him for Doubting His Matt Dillon
Gunsmoke actor James Arness established a very clear understanding of U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon. Over time, he came to know when scripts…
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This Scene Wasn’t Edited, Look Again at the Gunsmoke Blooper!
A recent deep dive into the legendary show Gunsmoke has reignited interest among fans, uncovering a blooper that went unedited…
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Why Star-Studded ‘Gunsmoke’ Retrospective Never Happened
Gunsmoke enjoyed a long life on television with 20 seasons. The leading cast was happy to keep it going, but CBS ultimately canceled…
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You Missed this in Gunsmoke!
Fans of Gunsmoke may be surprised to learn that one of the most iconic characters, Miss Kitty, was portrayed quite…
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There’s a good reason why The Andy Griffith Show was so fond of Gunsmoke
When The Andy Griffith Show premiered in 1960, it took the small town feel of Westerns and turned it into a sitcom.…
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The Scene That Took Bonanza off the Air for Good
“Bonanza,” a staple of American television and a defining series in the Western genre, remains etched in TV history for…
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The Tragic Death of James Arness’ Wife & Daughter
James Arness, the iconic actor best known for his role as Marshal Matt Dillon in Gunsmoke, lived a life marked…
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Ken Curtis played bad so well that his wife cheered when he got killed in a movie
Most people know Ken Curtis as the long-standing deputy Festus Haggen in Gunsmoke. While Marshal Matt Dillion had five deputies over two…
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Amanda Blake Accepted Her Fate, but Told No One Death Was Near
Amanda Blake, renowned for her iconic role as Miss Kitty on the long-running Western series Gunsmoke, had a remarkable life…
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John Wayne Helped Launch James Arness’ Career With Gunsmoke
James Arness starred as lawman Marshall Matt Dillon on “Gunsmoke” for an incredible run of 20 seasons from 1955-1975. Until…
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