The Lieutenant

The Lieutenant (1963-1964)

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Situated at Camp Pendleton, the West Coast base of the U.S. Marine Corps, The Lieutenant focuses on the men of the Corps in peace time with a Cold War backdrop. The Lieutenant explores the lives of enlisted Marines and general officers alike. The title character is Second Lieutenant William Tiberius Rice, a rifle platoon leader and one of the training instructors at Camp Pendleton. Rice is a recent graduate of the United States Naval Academy and had been assigned his first command, that of a rifle platoon. Rice is a young, educated idealist who still has much to learn from an older mentor. Also featured is Captain Raymond Rambridge, Rice's company commander, an up-from-the-ranks officer.

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Scheduleevery Saturday (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E29To Kill a Manavr. 18, 1964
S01E28War Called Peaceavr. 11, 1964
S01E27Mother Enemyavr. 4, 1964
S01E26Operation Actressmars 28, 1964
S01E25Man with an Edgemars 21, 1964
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Lieutenant' premiere?

'The Lieutenant' premiered on September 14, 1963.

Who created 'The Lieutenant'?

'The Lieutenant' was created by Gene Roddenberry.

Which network aired 'The Lieutenant'?

'The Lieutenant' aired on NBC.

What was the genre of 'The Lieutenant'?

'The Lieutenant' was a drama series.

Who played the lead role in 'The Lieutenant'?

Gary Lockwood played the lead role in 'The Lieutenant'.

What was the character name of Gary Lockwood in 'The Lieutenant'?

Gary Lockwood's character name in 'The Lieutenant' was Lieutenant William Tiberius Rice.

What was the setting of 'The Lieutenant'?

'The Lieutenant' was set in Camp Pendleton, California.

Who was the executive producer of 'The Lieutenant'?

Norman Felton was the executive producer of 'The Lieutenant'.

Which war was portrayed in 'The Lieutenant'?

'The Lieutenant' portrayed the backdrop of the Vietnam War.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'The Lieutenant'?

The first season of 'The Lieutenant' consisted of 29 episodes.

Who composed the theme music for 'The Lieutenant'?

The theme music for 'The Lieutenant' was composed by Leonard Rosenman.

Did 'The Lieutenant' receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, 'The Lieutenant' was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Directing in a Drama Series in 1964.

What was the main focus of the storylines in 'The Lieutenant'?

'The Lieutenant' focused on the challenges and experiences faced by young Marine Corps officers.

Were there any notable guest stars in 'The Lieutenant'?

Yes, notable guest stars in 'The Lieutenant' included Robert Duvall, Leonard Nimoy, and Dennis Hopper.

How long was each episode of 'The Lieutenant'?

Each episode of 'The Lieutenant' had a runtime of approximately 60 minutes.

Did 'The Lieutenant' have a dedicated fan base?

Yes, 'The Lieutenant' had a dedicated fan base who appreciated its realistic portrayal of military life.

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