Iron Horse

Iron Horse (1966-1968)

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Iron Horse was a Western series that aired on ABC from 1966 to 1968.

Ben Calhoun won the half-completed Buffalo Pass, Scalplock and Defiance Line railroad in a poker game and must fight 1880s Indians, bankers and bad guys to complete the line.

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Scheduleevery Saturday (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E17Dry Run to Gloryjanv. 6, 1968
S02E16The Prisonerdéc. 30, 1967
S02E15Death Has Two Facesdéc. 23, 1967
S02E14Wild Trackdéc. 16, 1967
S02E13Dealer's Choicedéc. 9, 1967
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Iron Horse' premiere?

'Iron Horse' premiered on September 12, 1966.

Who were the main characters in 'Iron Horse'?

The main characters in 'Iron Horse' were Ben Calhoun, Dave Tarrant, and Barnabas Rogers.

What was the premise of 'Iron Horse'?

'Iron Horse' followed the story of Ben Calhoun, a former Civil War officer who sets out to build a railroad across the United States.

Where was 'Iron Horse' set?

'Iron Horse' was set in the 1870s United States.

Who played the character of Ben Calhoun in 'Iron Horse'?

Dale Robertson portrayed the character of Ben Calhoun in 'Iron Horse'.

What was the genre of 'Iron Horse'?

'Iron Horse' was a Western drama television series.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Iron Horse'?

The first season of 'Iron Horse' consisted of 26 episodes.

Who created 'Iron Horse'?

'Iron Horse' was created by J. Edmond Almond.

What was the time slot for 'Iron Horse'?

'Iron Horse' aired on Monday nights at 7:30 pm.

Did 'Iron Horse' receive any awards or nominations?

'Iron Horse' did not receive any major awards or nominations.

What network aired 'Iron Horse'?

'Iron Horse' aired on ABC.

Did 'Iron Horse' have any notable guest stars?

Yes, 'Iron Horse' featured guest appearances by actors such as Angie Dickinson, Stefanie Powers, and Martin Landau.

Did 'Iron Horse' have a memorable theme song?

Yes, 'Iron Horse' had a memorable theme song composed by David Rose.

What were some notable storylines in 'Iron Horse'?

Some notable storylines in 'Iron Horse' included Ben's challenges in building the railroad, conflicts with rival businessmen, and encounters with Native American tribes.

Did 'Iron Horse' have a dedicated fanbase?

'Iron Horse' had a dedicated fanbase who appreciated its unique blend of Western and historical elements.

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  • Le Cheval de Fer (France)

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