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Quick Info

Status: Ended

Network: NBC

Type: Scripted

Rating: 5.5/10

The Dick Powell Show

TV SERIES 1961 2 SEASONS

Overview

The Dick Powell Show is an American anthology series that ran on NBC from 1961- 1963, primarily sponsored by the Reynolds Metals Company. It was hosted by longtime film star Dick Powell until his death from lymphatic cancer on January 2, 1963, then by a series of guest hosts until the series ended. The first of these was Gregory Peck, who began the January 8 program with a tribute to Powell, recognizing him as "a great and good friend to our industry." Peck was followed by fellow actors such as Robert Mitchum, Frank Sinatra, Glenn Ford, Charles Boyer, Jackie Cooper, Rock Hudson, Milton Berle, Jack Lemmon, Dean Martin, Robert Taylor, Steve McQueen, David Niven, Danny Thomas, Robert Wagner and John Wayne.

This production, originally released in 1961, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Drama, Comedy, Talk genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 5.5 across its 2 seasons.

  • Storyline Highlights:
  • • Explores themes within Drama and Comedy.
  • • Produced in United States of America.
  • • Original Language: English.

Starring Cast

Seasons

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Season 1

30 Episodes • Aired 1961-09-26

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Season 2

30 Episodes • Aired 1962-09-25

No season overview provided for this season.

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