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Gunsmoke

TV-G1955–197520 seasonsJohn Meston
IMDb 8.1
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"Get out of Dodge!"

Gunsmoke is an American radio and television Western drama series created by director Norman MacDonnell and writer John Meston. The stories take place in and around Dodge City, Kansas, during the settlement of the American West. The central character is lawman Marshal Matt Dillon, played by William Conrad on radio and James Arness on television.

WesternAction & AdventureDrama
MarshalKansas, UsaWild West19th CenturyGun Fights

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Frequently asked questions

What is Gunsmoke (1955) about?

Gunsmoke is an American radio and television Western drama series created by director Norman MacDonnell and writer John Meston. The stories take place in and around Dodge City, Kansas, during the settlement of the American West. The central character is lawman Marshal Matt Dillon, played by William Conrad on radio and James Arness on television.

Who stars in Gunsmoke?

Gunsmoke stars James Arness (Marshal Matt Dillon), Amanda Blake (Kitty), Ken Curtis (Festus), Milburn Stone (Doc), Woody Chambliss (Woody Lathrop). The series was created by John Meston.

How many seasons does Gunsmoke have?

Gunsmoke has 20 seasons. There are 635 episodes in total.

Is Gunsmoke worth watching?

Gunsmoke holds an IMDb rating of 8.1/10. Fans of Western, Action & Adventure, Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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