Bonanza

Bonanza (1959-1973)

EndedScripted showDrama, Action, Western

Bonanza chronicles the weekly adventures of the Cartwright family, headed by the thrice-widowed patriarch Ben Cartwright. He had three sons, each by a different wife: the eldest was the urbane architect Adam Cartwright who built the ranch house; the second was the warm and lovable giant Eric "Hoss" Cartwright; and the youngest was the hotheaded and impetuous Joseph or "Little Joe". The family's cook was the Chinese immigrant Hop Sing.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday at 20:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S14E16The HunterJan. 16, 1973
S14E15The Marriage of Theodora DuffyJan. 9, 1973
S14E14The WitnessJan. 2, 1973
S14E13First LoveDez. 26, 1972
S14E12The Bucket DogDez. 19, 1972
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Bonanza first premiere?

Bonanza first premiered on September 12, 1959.

Who played the patriarch of the Cartwright family in Bonanza?

Lorne Greene played the role of Ben Cartwright, the patriarch of the Cartwright family in Bonanza.

Where was the setting for Bonanza?

Bonanza was set in the fictional town of Virginia City, Nevada and its surrounding areas.

Who were Ben Cartwright's sons in Bonanza?

Ben Cartwright had three sons named Adam, Hoss, and Little Joe in Bonanza.

Which network aired Bonanza?

Bonanza was aired on NBC network.

Who created Bonanza?

Bonanza was created by David Dortort.

What was the main source of income for the Cartwright family in Bonanza?

The main source of income for the Cartwright family in Bonanza was their Ponderosa Ranch.

Who played the character of Hoss Cartwright in Bonanza?

Dan Blocker played the character of Hoss Cartwright in Bonanza.

What was the theme music for Bonanza called?

The theme music for Bonanza was called "Bonanza".

How many seasons did Bonanza run for?

Bonanza ran for 14 seasons from 1959 to 1973.

How many episodes were there in total in Bonanza?

There were a total of 431 episodes in Bonanza.

Who played the character of Little Joe Cartwright in Bonanza?

Michael Landon played the character of Little Joe Cartwright in Bonanza.

What was the Cartwright family's motto in Bonanza?

The Cartwright family's motto in Bonanza was "All for one and one for all".

Who played the character of Adam Cartwright in Bonanza?

Pernell Roberts played the character of Adam Cartwright in Bonanza.

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