Doctor Who is a long-running TV show that follows the adventures of the Doctor, a Time Lord from the planet Gallifrey who can regenerate into a new form when mortally wounded. The Doctor travels through time and space in a time machine called the TARDIS, which appears as a blue police box. Along the way, the Doctor encounters various alien creatures and threats, often accompanied by a human companion.
Dick Powell's Zane Grey Theatre is an anthology television series that aired on CBS from 1956 to 1961. Each episode features a self-contained story set in the Arizona Territory, exploring various themes of drama and western culture. The show is hosted by Dick Powell, a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
Back at the Barnyard is a TV show about a group of anthropomorphic farm animals who live on a farm in the Arizona Territory. Led by Otis the cow, they go on adventures, get into mischief, and interact with their human neighbors. The show combines comedy, adventure, and family-friendly themes.
Set in the Arizona Territory during the 1870s, The High Chaparral follows the Cannon family as they navigate life in the Wild West. With conflicts between settlers, Native American tribes, and the remnants of the Confederacy, the show explores themes of survival, family, and the clash of cultures.
Ghost Adventures is a popular TV show that follows the Ghost Adventures team, consisting of Zak Bagans, Aaron Goodwin, Billy Tolley, and Jay Wasley, as they investigate haunted locations and paranormal phenomena. The team uses various equipment and techniques to capture evidence of ghostly activity and communicate with spirits. With a focus on history and exploration, Ghost Adventures takes viewers on thrilling investigations into the unknown.
Wagon Train follows the adventures of a group of settlers travelling through the American West in the 1860s. Along their journey, they face various challenges including conflicts with Native American tribes, harsh weather conditions, and encounters with outlaws. This classic Western TV show offers an authentic depiction of American history and addresses social issues prevalent in the 19th century.
Wells Fargo is a classical western TV show set in the 19th century West. It follows the story of a Wells Fargo agent who deals with various challenges such as robberies, conflicts with Apache Indians, and conflicts with outlaws. The show takes place in towns like Phoenix, Globe, and Pinal City as well as landmarks like Tucson Territorial Prison and Apache Wells. It explores themes of law enforcement, frontier life, and the struggle for justice.
The Lone Ranger and his trusty sidekick, Tonto, embark on thrilling adventures as they uphold justice in the wild and lawless Old West. They encounter outlaws, assist those in need, and strive to bring peace to the land.
Man vs. Wild is a thrilling TV show where survival expert Bear Grylls takes on daring adventures in different wilderness locations. From the scorching deserts of Arizona to the treacherous jungles of South America, Grylls demonstrates essential survival skills and showcases the harsh realities of nature.
Death Valley Days is an anthology of true events and stories from the American Old West. It showcases various dramatic situations and explores the legends, law, and order, and the challenges faced in the deserts and mountains of the Western frontier.
The Restless Gun is an American western television series that appeared on NBC between 1957 and 1959, with John Payne in the role of Vint Bonner, a wandering cowboy in the era after the American Civil War. A skilled gunfighter, Bonner is an idealistic person who prefers peaceful resolutions of conflict wherever possible. He is gregarious, intelligent, and public-spirited. The half-hour black-and-white program aired seventy-eight episodes. Jeanne Bates appeared in varying roles with Payne in five episodes of The Restless Gun. The Restless Gun theme song begins: "I ride with the wind, my eyes on the sun, and my hand on my restless gun..." The song composer is probably Paul Dunlap, credited as the primary series composer, but could have been contributed to by either of the two other series composers, Dave Kahn and Stanley Wilson, also. Two versions are currently posted on YouTube, but neither posting lists any composer or performance credits.
Buffalo Bill, Jr. is an American Western television series starring Dickie Jones that aired in syndication from March 1, 1955, until September 21, 1956.
Stories of the Century is a 39-episode Western television series starring Jim Davis that ran in syndication through Republic Pictures between January 23, 1954, and March 11, 1955.
Law of the Plainsman is a Western television series starring Michael Ansara that aired on the NBC television network from October 1, 1959, until May 5, 1960. The character of Native American U.S. Marshal Sam Buckhart was introduced in two episodes of the popular ABC Western television series The Rifleman starring Chuck Connors as Lucas McCain. Law of the Plainsman is distinctive and unique in that it was one of the few television programs that featured a Native American as the lead character, a bold move for U.S.network television at that time. Ansara had earlier appeared in the series Broken Arrow, having portrayed the Apache chief, Cochise. Ansara, however, was not Native American but of Syrian descent. Ansara played Sam Buckhart, an Apache Indian who saved the life of a U.S. Cavalry officer after an Indian ambush. When the officer died, he left Sam money that was used for an education at private schools and Harvard University. After school, he returned to New Mexico where he became a Deputy Marshal working for Marshal Andy Morrison. He lived in a boarding house run by Martha Commager. The only other continuing character was 8-year old Tess Logan, an orphan who had been rescued by Buckhart. Robert Harland, later of Target: The Corruptors! starred in seven episodes as Deputy Billy Lordan. Wayne Rogers, who went on to star in another Four Star western, Stagecoach West, and later, M*A*S*H, also played deputy Lordan in several episodes.
In the 1880s Arizona Territory, a widowed single father and Civil War veteran named Lucas McCain becomes known as The Rifleman due to his skills with a Winchester rifle. He uses his marksmanship to protect his town from outlaws and fight for justice, all while raising his young son. Set in the backdrop of the Old West, the series explores themes of family, honor, and the consequences of violence.
Ghost Hunters is a reality TV show that follows a team of paranormal investigators as they explore haunted locations and attempt to capture evidence of paranormal activity. The show is known for its use of technology and scientific methods to investigate hauntings.
The Real Ghostbusters follows a team of paranormal investigators, including the genius scientist Egon Spengler, as they use their proton packs to catch and trap ghosts in New York City. Together, they face supernatural beings, solve mysteries, and save the day.
Cheyenne (1955) is a classic western TV show set in the post-American Civil War era. It follows the story of Cheyenne Bodie, a cowboy who travels through the Sierra Madre Mountains, encounters various Native American tribes, and seeks frontier justice.
Cowboy G-Men is an American Western series that aired in syndication from September 1952 to June 1953, for a total of thirty-nine episodes.
Route 66 follows two young men who travel across the United States in a Chevrolet Corvette, encountering various adventures and dangerous situations along the iconic Route 66.