"Johnny Ringo" (1959) TV series 1959-1960

User Rating:

6.0/10   

Writer:

Tony Habeeb (writer)

Seasons:

1

Release Date:

1 October 1959 (USA)

Genre:

Western

Plot:

Ex-gunfighter Johnny Ringo is now the sheriff of a small Western town, and attempts to keep the peace with the aid of his deputy...

Plot Keywords:

Gunfighter | Sheriff | Character Name In Title

Cast

Don Durant	...	Johnny Ringo / ... (11 episodes, 1959-1960)
Michael Hinn	...	George Haig / ... (9 episodes, 1959-1960)
Mark Goddard	...	William 'Cully' Charles Jr., Deputy / ... (6 episodes, 1959-1960)

Also Known As:

The Westerners (USA) (syndication title)

Runtime:

30 min (38 episodes)

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Color:

Black and White

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Sound Mix:

Mono (RCA Sound Recording)

Filming Locations:

Iverson Ranch, Chatsworth, Los Angeles, California, USA

Company:

Four Star Productions

Trivia:

Don Durant was the only prime-time TV cowboy to solely compose (lyrics and music) and sing the theme for his own show.

Not a bad little western series .......

This western series was short-lived ,but was well-produced by the great Aaron Spelling. Don Diamond was well cast and brought a commanding presence to the role of the reformed shootist.

The episodes I have seen were fast-paced and fairly realistic when compared to other shows of the era. Unfortunately, the airwaves were filled with cowpoke drama at the time and this interesting show quickly rode off into the sunset.

In many ways, this show compares favorably with Wanted:Dead or Alive , which made a star of Steve McQueen. Don Diamond was not so fortunate.

Some episodes are available on DVD, check them out.... Not half bad !