The Guns of Will Sonnett

The Guns of Will Sonnett (1967-1969)

EndedScripted showAction, Western

We search for a man named Jim Sonnett and the tales folks tell may be true; Most call him gunman and killer; He's the son I hardly knew. I raised Jim's boy from the cradle; 'till the day he said to me, "I have to go find my father". And I reckon that's the way it should be. So we ride, Jim's boy and me. The Guns of Will Sonnett was notable for being one of super producer Aaron Spelling's first television series and series star Walter Brennan's (The Real McCoys) last. Despite a lot of promotion by ABC, the series never really caught on with the viewers.

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Scheduleevery Friday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E24Three Stand TogetherSep 16, 1969
S02E23The Man Who Killed James SonnettMar 21, 1969
S02E22The SodbusterMar 14, 1969
S02E21One Angry JurorMar 7, 1969
S02E20The TrialFeb 28, 1969
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What was The Guns of Will Sonnett about?

The Guns of Will Sonnett was a Western TV series that aired from 1967-1969. The plot followed Will Sonnett and his grandson Jeff as they journeyed through the Wild West, encountering various adventures and challenges.

Who were the main actors in The Guns of Will Sonnett?

The show starred Walter Brennan as Will Sonnett, Dack Rambo as his grandson Jeff, and Jason Evers as their traveling companion Tenner Jackson.

What was the premiere date of The Guns of Will Sonnett?

The show premiered on September 8, 1967.

Why did the character of Tenner Jackson leave the show?

Jason Evers, who played Tenner Jackson, left the show after the first season due to creative differences with the show's producers.

Who replaced Jason Evers as Tenner Jackson?

In the second season, the character of Tenner Jackson was played by a new actor, Beau Bridges.

How many episodes were there of The Guns of Will Sonnett?

There were a total of 50 episodes over the show's 2 seasons.

Who created The Guns of Will Sonnett?

The show was created by Richard Carr, who also wrote several episodes.

What was unique about the show's opening credits?

The opening credits showed the main characters' names being shot by a gun, which was a creative and memorable way to introduce the cast.

Did The Guns of Will Sonnett receive any awards or nominations?

The show was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Achievement in Film Editing for Entertainment Programming - For a Series or a Single Program of a Series in 1968.

Did The Guns of Will Sonnett have any notable guest stars?

Yes, the show featured several guest stars, including Ron Howard, Jack Elam, Strother Martin, and more.

What is the primary setting for The Guns of Will Sonnett?

The show takes place primarily in the Wild West, as Will and Jeff travel from town to town.

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