Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: NBC
Type: Scripted
Rating: 5.3/10
Overland Trail
Overview
Overland Trail was a short lived television western about the adventures of an earthy stage coach line superintendent and his young partner as they strive to keep the stage routes open and safe. William Bendix played Frederick Thomas "Fred" Kelly, the superintendent of the fictitious Overland Stage Company. Doug McClure appeared as Frank "Flip" Flippen, Kelly's associate in the business.
This production, originally released in 1960, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Western genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 5.3 across its 1 season.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Western.
- • Produced in .
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Doug McClure
Frank 'Flip' Flippen
William Bendix
Frederick Thomas 'Fred' Kelly
Mary Tyler Moore
Joan Ransom
Seasons
Season 1
17 Episodes • Aired 1960-02-07
No season overview provided for this season.