Gunsmoke
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Revealed: Before Tombstone, Kurt Russell Starred in this Classic Western TV Show
Kurt Russell has had quite a remarkable film career, having played numerous iconic and memorable characters while tackling a wide…
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‘Gunsmoke’ Won 5 Emmy Awards, But Favorite Lead Actor, James Arness Wasn’t Awarded Any Awards! the reason why?
Gunsmoke set a record as the longest-running scripted television show on primetime with 20 seasons under its belt between 1955 and…
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How I met and married James Arness of GUNSMOKE! Janet Arness with Bruce Boxleitner! A WORD ABOUT THE WEST
Gunsmoke star James Arness captured the hearts of viewers as Marshal Matt Dillon, but behind the scenes, his life was…
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‘Gunsmoke’ Producer Once Explained Why It Was so ‘Uniquely Successful’ Over Shows
Gunsmoke is one of the most successful television shows to ever air. However, that wasn’t an accident. There’s something very specific that drew…
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The CONTROVERSY that surrounded THE FINALE OF “GUNSMOKE” and Miss Kitty’s death!
As one of the longest-running American Western drama series, Gunsmoke held a special place in television history for its 20-year…
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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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