Cinematography: Ray Cory

Direction André De Toth

Cast Broderick Crawford · Barbara Hale · John Stewart · Lloyd Bridges

Synopsis Last of the Comanches (1953) is set in 1876, a time when most Native American tribes have made peace with the settlers, except for the Comanches, who are led by the formidable Black Cloud. After Black Cloud's forces devastate a...

Direction Robert Parrish · Phil Karlson

Cast Dana Andrews · Märta Torén · George Sanders · Audrey Totter

Direction John Cassavetes · Robert B. Sinclair · Boris Sagal · Richard Whorf

Cast John Cassavetes · Eduardo Ciannelli · Frank London · Dennis Sallas

Synopsis Johnny Staccato (TV Series) (1959) follows the dual life of a talented jazz musician who also works as a private investigator. The series blends the gritty world of crime-solving with the vibrant atmosphere of the jazz scene, as the protagonist...

Direction Liam O'Brien · John English · David Orrick McDearmon · Robert Stevens

Cast Edmond O'Brien · Yuki Shimoda · Arthur Batanides · Barney Phillips

Synopsis Johnny Midnight (TV Series) (1960) is an American crime drama that was broadcast for a single season from January to December 1960. The show, which consists of 39 episodes, features Edmond O'Brien in the lead role as the titular character.

Direction Earl Bellamy · Jerry Hopper · John Newland · Sidney Lanfield

Cast John Forsythe · Noreen Corcoran · Sammee Tong · Bernadette Withers

Synopsis Bachelor Father (TV Series) (1957) follows the comedic escapades of a bachelor who finds himself in the role of a single parent, adopting and raising his teenage niece. With the assistance of his loyal manservant, he navigates the challenges and...

Direction Seymour Friedman

Cast Denise Darcel · Patric Knowles · Paul Cavanagh · George Keymas

Synopsis Flame of Calcutta (1953) follows the thrilling escapades of a young woman as she endeavors to oust an imposter from the royal seat of power in 18th Century India. The narrative is filled with intrigue, adventure, and the protagonist's relentless...

Direction David Lowell Rich

Cast Moe Howard · Larry Fine · Joe DeRita · Anna-Lisa

Synopsis Have Rocket, Will Travel (1959) follows the misadventures of the Stooges, who are employed as janitors at a space facility. Through a series of comedic mishaps, they inadvertently launch themselves into space, landing on the planet Venus. Their extraterrestrial escapades...

Direction George Blair · Lew Landers · Abby Berlin · Sidney Salkow

Cast Alan Hale Jr. · Eddy Waller · Dub Taylor · Bobby Clark

Synopsis Casey Jones (TV Series) (1957) is a television adaptation that brings to life the legendary tale of Casey Jones, the dedicated engineer who operates the iconic steam-powered "Cannonball Express." This series captures the essence of the classic train story, showcasing...

Direction Richard Bartlett · William Witney · Hollingsworth Morse · Jules Bricken

Cast Darren McGavin · Dick Wessel · Burt Reynolds · Jack Lambert

Synopsis Riverboat (TV Series) (1959) follows the adventures of Captain Grey Holden, portrayed by Darren McGavin, and his dedicated crew as they traverse the vast waters of the West and Midwest aboard the riverboat Enterprise. Throughout their journey, they encounter a...

Direction Christian Nyby · Frank Arrigo · Herbert Coleman · Lawrence Doheny

Cast Audie Murphy · Guy Mitchell · Sam Buffington · John Harmon

Synopsis Whispering Smith (TV Series) (1961) follows the exploits of a seasoned detective, Smith, who served on the Denver, Colorado Police Department during the 1870s. The series delves into the thrilling case files and escapades of Smith, who navigated the challenges...

Direction Don Medford · Herman Hoffman · Don Taylor · David Lowell Rich

Cast Lee Marvin · Ed Herlihy · Paul Newlan · Gail Kobe

Synopsis M Squad (TV Series) (1957) follows the exploits of a specialized unit within the Chicago, Illinois Police Department, led by the tenacious Captain Grey. This elite team is committed to dismantling the city's organized crime syndicates. Among the dedicated officers...

Direction Frank Gruber · Will Jason · Dann Cahn · Sidney Salkow

Cast Scott Brady · Frank Ferguson · Monica Lewis · Van Johnson

Synopsis Shotgun Slade (TV Series) (1959) follows the adventures of Slade, a unique hero in the world of Western television. Unlike typical protagonists who are marshals, sheriffs, or gunfighters for hire, Slade operates as a private investigator. He is frequently employed...

Direction Dann Cahn · Henry S. Kesler · William Witney · Frank Arrigo

Cast Rod Cameron · Vaughn Taylor · Walter Reed · Sue Ane Langdon

Synopsis Coronado 9 (TV Series) (1960) follows the adventures of a retired Naval intelligence operative who transitions into the role of a private investigator in the sunny city of San Diego, California. The series delves into the mysteries and intrigues that...