Boxcars711 Overnight Western "Gunsmoke" - The Gambler (Aired October 7, 1956)
The radio show first aired on April 26, 1952 and ran until June 18, 1961 on the CBS radio network. The series starred William Conrad as Marshal Matt Dillon, Howard McNear as Doc Charles Adams, Georgia Ellis as Kitty Russell, and Parley Baer as Deputy Chester Proudfoot. Doc's first name and Chester's last name were changed for the television program. Gunsmoke was notable for its critically acclaimed cast and writing, and is commonly regarded as THE true adult western and one of the finest old time radio shows. Conrad was the first choice to play Dillon on television, having established the role, but his increasing obesity led to more photogenic actors being considered; losing the role he'd created embittered Conrad for many years to come. Raymond Burr was considered, but he too was seen as too heavyset for the part. Rumors that the part was offered to John Wayne have been largely debunked.
THIS EPISODE:
October 7, 1956. CBS network. "The Gambler". Sponsored by: L & M. A riverboat gambler named Jim Ascombe comes to Dodge to kill Jim Cass...why? William Conrad, Howard McNear, Parley Baer, Georgia Ellis, Lawrence Dobkin, Ralph Moody, John Dunkel (writer), George Walsh (announcer). 25:26.
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