Four Feather Falls (1960)
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Four Feather Falls was an animated puppet TV show produced by Gerry Anderson for Granada Television that aired on the ITV network in 1960.
The setting is the late 19th-century fictional Kansas town of Four Feather Falls, where the hero of the series, Tex Tucker, is a sheriff. The four feathers of the title refers to four magical feathers given to Tex by the Indian chief Kalamakooya as a reward for saving his grandson: two allowed Tex's guns to swivel and fire without being touched whenever he was in danger, and two conferred the power of speech on Tex's horse and dog.
Recent Episodes
| Episode | Name | Airdate |
|---|---|---|
| S01E39 | Ride 'Em Cowboy | Nov 17, 1960 |
| S01E38 | Ambush | Nov 10, 1960 |
| S01E37 | Happy Birthday | Nov 3, 1960 |
| S01E36 | Fancy Shooting | Oct 27, 1960 |
| S01E35 | First Train Through | Oct 20, 1960 |
Frequently Asked Questions Warning: Spoilers
When did Four Feather Falls premiere?
Four Feather Falls premiered on February 25th, 1960.
Who created Four Feather Falls?
Four Feather Falls was created by Gerry Anderson.
What was the genre of Four Feather Falls?
Four Feather Falls was a western-themed puppet television series aimed at children.
Who were the main characters in Four Feather Falls?
The main characters in Four Feather Falls were Tex Tucker, the sheriff, and his puppets Duster, Rocky, and Dusty.
Where was Four Feather Falls set?
Four Feather Falls was set in Kansas.
What was the premise of Four Feather Falls?
Four Feather Falls was about a cowboy sheriff named Tex Tucker who had special "Four Feather" powers that allowed his puppets to come to life and help him fight crime.
How many episodes were there in the Four Feather Falls series?
There were a total of 39 episodes in the Four Feather Falls series.
What was the average run time of each episode of Four Feather Falls?
Each episode of Four Feather Falls had a run time of around 13 minutes.
Who voiced the character of Tex Tucker?
The character of Tex Tucker was voiced by Nicholas Parsons.
What was unique about the puppets on Four Feather Falls?
The puppets on Four Feather Falls were marionettes that were controlled by strings attached to overhead rails, allowing for more realistic movement.
Who wrote the music for Four Feather Falls?
The music for Four Feather Falls was composed by Barry Gray.
What was the animation style used in Four Feather Falls?
Four Feather Falls used a technique called "Supermarionation", which combined puppetry and special effects.
What was the production company behind Four Feather Falls?
Four Feather Falls was produced by AP Films.
Was Four Feather Falls the first puppet-based television series?
Four Feather Falls was not the first puppet-based television series, but it was one of the earliest examples of the genre.
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