The Losers (20 Sep. 1966)

Saunders and Littlejohn are ordered to destroy an enemy bridge--with the help of four GIs being held for court-martial.

Director:

Michael Caffey

Writer:

Edward J. Lakso

Stars:

Vic Morrow, Rick Jason, Bill Bixby

Cast

Episode cast overview:
Vic Morrow	...	Sgt. Saunders
Rick Jason	...	Lt. Hanley (credit only)
Bill Bixby	...	Kline
Harry Landers	...	Ash
John Considine	...	Lennon
Billy Gray	...	Candell (as Bill Gray)
Dick Peabody	...	Littlejohn
Ed Deemer	...	American Lieutenant
Mark Russi	...	German Officer

Storyline

Saunders and Littlejohn are ordered to destroy an enemy bridge--with the help of four GIs being held for court-martial.

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Genres:

Action | Drama | War

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Details

Language:

English

Release Date:

20 September 1966 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Korbel Winery - 13250 River Road, Guerneville, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Selmur Productions, ABC Television Network

Technical Specs

Runtime:

60 min

Sound Mix:

Mono (Westrex Recording System)

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

User Reviews

Pre Dirty Dozen!

Someone must had a idea for this show as this was the precursor to the Dirty Dozen movie with Lee Marvin. As it is Saunders in the Marvin role before then.

He and LittleJohn must shape a squad of four misfits, including the late Bill Bixby and John Considine, who is really a frightened young soldier and plays it really well. As Considine is known for playing villains. But really comes off as well.

The four soldiers that are court martialed and held until they can probably get their own sentences reduced if they help Saunders and LittleJohn blow up the bridge.

Bixby causes the team trouble from the get go. And really won't shut up until Saunders tells him to in the end. A cast against type for Bixby also known for playing heroes.

Really the precursor to the Dirty Dozen!