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1. Here's Hollywood (1960–1962)
30 min | Talk-Show
Hollywood celebrities are interviewed, often at their homes.
Stars: Dean Miller, Helen O'Connell, Jack Linkletter, Joanne Jordan
Votes: 169
2.
The Rifleman (1958–1963)
Episode:
Gunfire
(1962)
TV-PG | 30 min | Family, Western
At night Micah stops by the North Fork jail to check on a prisoner named Charlie Gordo. Charlie does not want to go to Yuma prison to be hanged. He threatens Micah by telling him that if he tries to make him go, he will kill him.
Director: Richard Donner | Stars: Chuck Connors, Johnny Crawford, Paul Fix, Lon Chaney Jr.
Votes: 117
3. The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962–1992)
TV-14 | 105 min | Comedy, Talk-Show
Host Johnny Carson performs comedy routines and chats with various celebrities.
Stars: Johnny Carson, Ed McMahon, Doc Severinsen, Skitch Henderson
Votes: 4,247
4.
The Whistler (1954– )
Episode:
Backfire
(1954)
Mystery
A chauffeur become bitter when the romance he has been having fails. He plans a way to get revenge, but a strange twist produces a result far beyond anyone's expectation.
Director: Frank McDonald | Stars: Lon Chaney Jr., Dorothy Green, Dayton Lummis, Will J. White
Votes: 20
5. Have Gun - Will Travel (1957–1963)
Approved | 25 min | Western
The adventures of a gentlemanly gunfighter-for-hire.
Stars: Richard Boone, Kam Tong, Hal Needham, Stewart East
Votes: 3,343
6.
Route 66 (1960–1964)
Episode:
The Mud Nest
(1961)
TV-Y7 | 51 min | Adventure, Crime, Drama
On intuition Buz steers the 66ers off route to a Maryland hamlet where everyone thinks they recognize Buz - as returning prodigal of a hated local clan. When Buz meets the Colby clan they ... See full summary »
Director: James Sheldon | Stars: Martin Milner, George Maharis, Betty Field, Lon Chaney Jr.
Votes: 127
7.
Wagon Train (1957–1965)
Episode:
The Jose Morales Story
(1960)
TV-PG | 60 min | Western
Bill Hawkes is leading 3 wagons through Indian territory. They run into trouble with Mexician bandits lead by Lee Marvin. When the 2 groups must band together to fight off an Indian attack, certain biases & assumptions are thrown away.
Director: Virgil W. Vogel | Stars: Ward Bond, Robert Horton, Lee Marvin, Lon Chaney Jr.
Votes: 102
8.
The Red Skelton Hour (1951–1971)
Episode:
Dial 'B' for Brush with guest performers Bela Lugosi, Lon Chaney, Jr. & Vampira
(1954)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy
The show is 26 min. long, including Red's opening monologue and a weatherman skit. The Bela/Lon/Vampira skit is intact. SPOILERS: The writing is not exactly Abbott & Costello Meet ... See full summary »
Director: Seymour Berns | Stars: Red Skelton, Bela Lugosi, Lon Chaney Jr., Maila Nurmi
Votes: 30
9. The Rifleman (1958–1963)
TV-PG | 30 min | Family, Western
The adventures of a Wild West rancher, wielding a customized rapid-fire Winchester rifle, and his son.
Stars: Chuck Connors, Johnny Crawford, Paul Fix, Joe Benson
Votes: 5,041
10. The Phantom (1961 TV Movie)
24 min | Action
The Phantom, along with canine companion Devil, investigate wicked doings at the plantation of Mrs. Harris.
Director: Harold Daniels | Stars: Roger Creed, Paulette Goddard, Lon Chaney Jr., Reginald Denny
Votes: 104
11. Kingdom Rush Frontiers (2016 Video Game)
Action, Adventure, Fantasy
When the dark wizard Vez'nan was defeated at the end of the previous game (Kingdom Rush), a new evil takes up his mantle and escapes into the wild frontiers to the south-east of the kingdom.
Director: Alvaro Azofra | Stars: Sean Crisden, Jennifer Ann Perry, Jamie Rizzuto
Votes: 93
12.
Rawhide (1959–1965)
Episode:
Incident at Spider Rock
(1963)
TV-PG | 60 min | Western
The drovers go to town for supplies and some relaxation. When they see that the saloon and storekeepers are ripping them off with crooked games and bad supplies, they take the saloon apart and get new supplies - plus a saloon singer.
Director: Thomas Carr | Stars: Eric Fleming, Clint Eastwood, Paul Brinegar, Charles H. Gray
Votes: 103
13.
Wagon Train (1957–1965)
Episode:
The Chalice
(1961)
TV-PG | 60 min | Western
An Italian immigrant couple needs help in transporting water for their grapevines to California. Unfortunately, the two men who offer the use of their wagon plan to steal the treasure ... See full summary »
Director: Virgil W. Vogel | Stars: John McIntire, Robert Horton, Lon Chaney Jr., Richard Jaeckel
Votes: 60
14. Adventures in Paradise (1959–1962)
60 min | Adventure
The adventures of the Tiki III and crew as they sailed from island to island through the South Pacific, carrying cargo and the odd passenger from one drama to another.
Stars: Gardner McKay, James Holden, Lani Kai, Guy Stockwell
Votes: 404
15. Cavalcade of America (1952–1957)
Not Rated | 60 min | Drama
"Cavalcade of America" documented historical events using stories of individual courage, initiative and achievement, often with feel-good dramatizations of the human spirit's triumph against all odds.
Stars: James Seay, Robert Foulk, Richard Gaines, Raymond Greenleaf
Votes: 98
16.
The Colgate Comedy Hour (1950–1955)
Episode:
Hosts: Abbott & Costello; guest stars: Lon Chaney, Jr., Jarmilla Novotna
(1951)
59 min | Comedy, Romance
Abbott and Costello recreate some of their most famous skits including "Who's on First?" and "The Haunted Candle" and do a burlesque on the opera "Carmen."
Directors: Charles Friedman, Kingman T. Moore | Stars: Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, Jarmila Novotna, Lon Chaney Jr.
Votes: 38
17. Lawman (1958–1962)
30 min | Western
This is the story of Marshal Dan Troop of Laramie, Wyoming, and his Deputy Johnny McKay, an orphan Troop took under his wing.
Stars: John Russell, Peter Brown, Peggie Castle, Emile Avery
Votes: 975
18. The Red Skelton Hour (1951–1971)
TV-G | 60 min | Comedy
A comedy-themed variety show, hosted by the popular comedian Red Skelton. It run with no interruption from 1951 to 1971. From 1956 to 1962, the show's head writer was Sherwood Schwartz, who... See full summary »
Stars: Red Skelton, David Rose and His Orchestra, Art Gilmore, Tom Hansen Dancers
Votes: 1,393
19. Cosmopolitan Theatre (1951– )
60 min | Drama, Family
An hour-long short-lived dramatic anthology series that ran on Tuesday evenings, based on stories that originated in Cosmopolitan Magazine.
Stars: William A. Lee, Ethel Remey, Bramwell Fletcher, Herbert Rudley
Votes: 26
20.
Hawkeye and the Last of the Mohicans (1957)
Episode:
The Wild One
(1957)
Not Rated | 25 min | Adventure, Drama, Western
A young Indian Doctor attempts to practice medicine while the townspeople practice intolerance.
Director: Sam Newfield | Stars: John Hart, Lon Chaney Jr., Fred Euringer, Joan Blackman
Votes: 21
21.
Lawman (1958–1962)
Episode:
The Tarnished Badge
(1962)
30 min | Western
Jess Bridges is an ex-lawman who goes bad. When he tries to rob the stage in Laramie disguised as a marshal, Troop has to stop him. But Dan has a small problem - he looked up to Jess and he used to be his deputy.
Director: Richard C. Sarafian | Stars: John Russell, Peter Brown, Lon Chaney Jr., Jackie Searl
Votes: 50
22.
Wanted: Dead or Alive (1958–1961)
Episode:
The Empty Cell
(1959)
Approved | 26 min | Western
Randall is rooked out of his bounty by crafty criminal Hunt Willis and his accomplice. Not one to accept defeat, Josh turns detective to rout the outlaws, his investigation dogged by the suspicious sheriff, a cousin to Willis.
Director: Thomas Carr | Stars: Steve McQueen, Lon Chaney Jr., Jack Kruschen, DeForest Kelley
Votes: 135
23. High Noon (1952)
PG | 85 min | Drama, Thriller, Western
A town Marshal, despite the disagreements of his newlywed bride and the townspeople around him, must face a gang of deadly killers alone at "high noon" when the gang leader, an outlaw he "sent up" years ago, arrives on the noon train.
Director: Fred Zinnemann | Stars: Gary Cooper, Grace Kelly, Thomas Mitchell, Lloyd Bridges
Votes: 110,338 | Gross: $9.45M
24. Wanted: Dead or Alive (1958–1961)
TV-PG | 30 min | Western
A Civil War veteran with a sawed-off rifle as a holstered weapon makes a living as a bounty hunter in the Wild West of the 1870s.
Stars: Steve McQueen, Wright King, Olan Soule, Mort Mills
Votes: 2,788
25. The Rough Riders (1958–1959)
30 min | Western
After the Civil War, two former Union soldiers and an ex-Confederate team up to travel the West.
Stars: Kent Taylor, Jan Merlin, Peter Whitney, Bill Catching
Votes: 85
26.
Hawkeye and the Last of the Mohicans (1957)
Episode:
Winter Passage
(1957)
Approved | Adventure, Drama, Western
Frontier wives hope to join their husbands in time for Christmas.
Director: Stanley Neufeld | Stars: John Hart, Lon Chaney Jr., Kay Hawtrey, Tony Brown
Votes: 18
27.
Stagecoach West (1960–1961)
Episode:
Not in Our Stars
(1961)
60 min | Western
Simon Kane and Zeke Bonner's job offer to itinerant laborer Ben Wait involves the stagecoach line and its passengers with the vengeful Sutter clan. The old man blames Ben for the death of ... See full summary »
Director: Thomas Carr | Stars: Wayne Rogers, Richard Eyer, Robert Bray, Jay C. Flippen
Votes: 23
28.
Tombstone Territory (1957–1960)
Episode:
The Black Marshal from Deadwood
(1958)
TV-PG | 30 min | Western
July 16, 1885 - The Black Marshal of Deadwood, Marshal Daggett, arrives in Tombstone to settle down as a rancher. Sheriff Hollister is concerned that once word gets out that he's in town, ... See full summary »
Director: Christian Nyby | Stars: Pat Conway, Richard Eastham, Lon Chaney Jr., John Close
Votes: 51
29. Rawhide (1959–1965)
TV-PG | 50 min | Western
Gil Favor is trail boss of a continuous cattle drive. He is assisted by Rowdy Yates. The crew runs into characters and adventures along the way.
Stars: Clint Eastwood, Paul Brinegar, Steve Raines, Eric Fleming
Votes: 4,631
30. Tombstone Territory (1957–1960)
TV-PG | 30 min | Western
Tough Sheriff Clay Hollister keeps the law in Tombstone, Arizona with the support of his faithful deputies and the editor of the local newspaper.
Stars: Pat Conway, Richard Eastham, Quentin Sondergaard, Bill Catching
Votes: 538
31. The Ed Sullivan Show (1948–1971)
TV-G | 60 min | Music, Talk-Show
The classic prime time variety show most famous for its vaudeville acts and rock music performances.
Stars: Ed Sullivan, The Ray Bloch Orchestra, Ray Bloch, Johnny Wayne
Votes: 1,564
32. Surfside 6 (1960–1962)
60 min | Drama
Ken, Dave, and Sandy are three hip private detectives living on, and working out of, a houseboat in Miami Beach, Florida. While not pursuing criminals, they spend time at the Fontainebleau Hotel.
Stars: Van Williams, Lee Patterson, Margarita Sierra, Troy Donahue
Votes: 331
33. Empire (1962–1964)
60 min | Drama, Western
Jim Redigo is foreman for the enormous Garrett Ranch owned by matriarch Lucia with her children Tal and Constance. Redigo had his hands full managing people, machines, and animals, with a specific interest in attractive Connie.
Stars: Richard Egan, Ryan O'Neal, Anne Seymour, Terry Moore
Votes: 83
34. The Whistler (1954– )
30 min | Mystery
Crime anthology series with twist endings; based on the popular radio drama and several B-movies.
Stars: William Forman, Danni Sue Nolan, Arthur Franz, Dorothy Green
Votes: 58
35.
Have Gun - Will Travel (1957–1963)
Episode:
Cage at McNaab
(1963)
Approved | 30 min | Western
Paladin is asked by the wife of a man who is condemned to die to visit him in prison and see if new evidence can be found to clear her husband. Not sure if he wants the job, Paladin agrees ... See full summary »
Director: Gary Nelson | Stars: Richard Boone, Lon Chaney Jr., Jacqueline Scott, Christopher Dark
Votes: 85
36.
Hawkeye and the Last of the Mohicans (1957)
Episode:
The Indian Doll
(1957)
Approved | 30 min | Adventure, Drama, Western
Little Snowbird falls into a deep trance after Hawkeye presents her with a doll.
Director: Sam Newfield | Stars: John Hart, Lon Chaney Jr., Ed Wilson, Henry Comor
Votes: 19
37.
Hawkeye and the Last of the Mohicans (1957)
Episode:
The Truant
(1957)
Approved | Adventure, Drama, Western
Hawkeye and Chingachgook escort young Greg to the boy's Aunt Emma and Uncle Mort. Greg's parents are recently decease, making him the sole heir to a valuable mine. However, there have been ... See full summary »
Director: Sam Newfield | Stars: John Hart, Lon Chaney Jr., David Hastings, Chris Wiggins
Votes: 18
38.
The Monkees (1965–1968)
Episode:
Monkees in a Ghost Town
(1966)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Music
The Monkeemobile runs out of gas in a Ghost Town, where the boys are locked up by two gangsters, George and Lenny, waiting for the arrival of The Big Man.
Director: James Frawley | Stars: Davy Jones, Micky Dolenz, Michael Nesmith, Peter Tork
Votes: 158
39.
Pistols 'n' Petticoats (1966–1967)
Episode:
Quit Shootin' Folks
(1966)
TV-G | 30 min | Comedy, Western
Director: Earl Bellamy | Stars: Ann Sheridan, Ruth McDevitt, Douglas Fowley, Gary Vinson
Votes: 13
40. Of Mice and Men (1939)
Passed | 106 min | Adventure, Drama
A mentally disabled giant and his level headed guardian find work at a sadistic cowboy's ranch in depression era America.
Director: Lewis Milestone | Stars: Lon Chaney Jr., Burgess Meredith, Betty Field, Charles Bickford
Votes: 6,869
41. Lock Up (1959–1961)
30 min | Crime, Drama
Cases taken from the files and case histories of renowned Philadelphia defense attorney Herbert L. Maris.
Stars: Macdonald Carey, John Doucette, Joan Granville, Olive Carey
Votes: 106
42.
Empire (1962–1964)
Episode:
Hidden Asset
(1963)
60 min | Drama, Western
Layoffs are in store at the Garrett Ranch to satisfy requirements for a bank loan, but several longtime employees aren't willing to go along without a fight.
Director: Leonard J. Horn | Stars: Richard Egan, Charles Bronson, Ryan O'Neal, Warren Vanders
Votes: 7
43.
Hawkeye and the Last of the Mohicans (1957)
Episode:
The Reckoning
(1957)
Approved | Adventure, Drama, Western
More unrest between the white men and the Ottawas.
Director: Sam Newfield | Stars: John Hart, Lon Chaney Jr., Chris Wiggins, Michael Julian
Votes: 19
44.
Route 66 (1960–1964)
Episode:
Lizard's Leg and Owlet's Wing
(1962)
TV-Y7 | 50 min | Adventure, Crime, Drama
Tod and Buz are working as Guest Liaisons at a motel just outside of Chicago. Boris Karloff, Lon Chaney Jr. and Peter Lorre meet there to discuss whether the old monster costumes they used ... See full summary »
Director: Robert Gist | Stars: Martin Milner, George Maharis, Peter Lorre, Lon Chaney Jr.
Votes: 173
45.
Surfside 6 (1960–1962)
Episode:
Witness for the Defense
(1961)
60 min | Drama
Sandy is framed for the murder of his girlfriend's ex-fiance.
Director: George Waggner | Stars: Lee Patterson, Troy Donahue, Diane McBain, Lon Chaney Jr.
Votes: 14
46.
Hawkeye and the Last of the Mohicans (1957)
Episode:
Circle of Hate
(1957)
Not Rated | 25 min | Adventure, Drama, Western
Ever since Lt. Smith joined Col. Courtney's command, unexplained Indian deaths have increased, and threatens to ignite a war between the colonial forces and the Iroquois nation.
Director: Sam Newfield | Stars: John Hart, Lon Chaney Jr., Bill Walsh, Michael Julian
Votes: 18
47.
Hawkeye and the Last of the Mohicans (1957)
Episode:
The Long Rifles
(1957)
Approved | Adventure, Drama, Western
Someone is selling illegal guns to the Indians. The townspeople blame gunsmith Eben Cotten.
Director: Sam Newfield | Stars: John Hart, Lon Chaney Jr., Brendan Dillon, Jan Campbell
Votes: 19
48. Route 66 (1960–1964)
TV-Y7 | 60 min | Adventure, Crime, Drama
The adventures of two young drifters across America.
Stars: Martin Milner, George Maharis, Glenn Corbett, James Brown
Votes: 1,956
49. The Colgate Comedy Hour (1950–1955)
60 min | Comedy, Romance
This was a Colgate-sponsored comedy hour that featured many notable comedians and entertainers of the era as guest stars.
Stars: Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis, Al Goodman, Eddie Cantor
Votes: 591
50. Schlitz Playhouse (1951–1959)
30 min | Comedy, Drama
Originally billed as "Playhouse of the Stars" this long running anthology series was originally presented live from New York City. Irene Dunne was briefly the hostess in 1952, and the show frequently used Broadway performers in classic stories.
Stars: James Mason, Irene Dunne, Robert Paige, Walter Coy
Votes: 338