Ben Casey

Ben Casey (1961-1966)

EndedScripted showDrama, Medical

Ben Casey was a medical drama series that aired on ABC from 1961-1966.

Network
Scheduleevery Monday (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S05E26Then, Suddenly, Panicmars 21, 1966
S05E25Pull the Wool Over Your Eyes, Here Comes the Cold Wind of Truthmars 14, 1966
S05E24Twenty-Six Ways to Spell Heartbreak, A, B, C, D ...févr. 28, 1966
S05E23Where Did All the Roses Go?févr. 21, 1966
S05E22Lullaby for a Wind-Up Toyfévr. 16, 1966
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Ben Casey' premiere?

The TV show 'Ben Casey' premiered on October 2, 1961.

Who played the titular character in 'Ben Casey'?

Vince Edwards played the titular character, Dr. Ben Casey, in the TV show.

What was the occupation of Dr. Ben Casey in the show?

Dr. Ben Casey was a young and talented surgeon in the show.

Who was Dr. Ben Casey's mentor in the TV show?

Dr. David Zorba, played by Sam Jaffe, was Dr. Ben Casey's mentor in the show.

What was Dr. Ben Casey's catchphrase in the TV show?

Dr. Ben Casey's catchphrase was "Man, woman, birth, death, infinity."

Which hospital did Dr. Ben Casey work at in the show?

Dr. Ben Casey worked at County General Hospital in the show.

Who was Dr. Ben Casey's love interest in the TV show?

Dr. Maggie Graham, portrayed by Bettye Ackerman, was Dr. Ben Casey's love interest in the show.

How many seasons did 'Ben Casey' run for?

'Ben Casey' ran for a total of six seasons.

Who were the creators of the TV show 'Ben Casey'?

James E. Moser and William D. Gordon were the creators of the TV show 'Ben Casey'.

What was the genre of 'Ben Casey'?

'Ben Casey' was a medical drama TV show.

Did 'Ben Casey' receive any awards during its run?

Yes, 'Ben Casey' won multiple awards, including a Golden Globe for Best Television Series - Drama.

Who composed the theme music for 'Ben Casey'?

Valjean was the composer of the theme music for 'Ben Casey'.

Did 'Ben Casey' have any notable guest stars?

Yes, 'Ben Casey' featured guest appearances from actors like Leonard Nimoy and William Shatner.

What was the premise of the TV show 'Ben Casey'?

'Ben Casey' followed the professional and personal life of Dr. Ben Casey, a dedicated and compassionate surgeon.

Was 'Ben Casey' popular during its time?

Yes, 'Ben Casey' was quite popular and achieved a significant viewership during its run.

Did 'Ben Casey' have any spin-off shows?

No, 'Ben Casey' did not have any spin-off shows.

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