Radio and drama series Gunsmoke was temporarily canceled after its 12th season aired in 1967 - but it was renewed shortly ...

It was John Wayne who recommended James Arness for the role of Matt Dillon. Wayne suggested him to Gunsmoke ’s developer Charles Marquis Warren, the writer and producer adapting what was then a hit ...

When Gunsmoke premiered, it was an immediate hit, and remained that way for many years. This success was not just due to the phenomenal cast, which included James Arness, Amanda Blake and Dennis ...