The Millionaire

The Millionaire (1955-1960)

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"The Millionaire" was a series that aired on CBS from 1955-1960.

What would you do if someone gave you a million dollars and it was all tax free? That was the premise of the series in which unseen millionaire John Beresford Tipton, jr. each week made a total stranger an instant millionaire!

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S06E36Millionaire Patricia Collinsjuin 8, 1960
S06E35Millionaire Maggie Daltonjuin 1, 1960
S06E34Millionaire Peter Longmanmai 25, 1960
S06E33Millionaire Vance Ludlowmai 11, 1960
S06E32Millionaire Dixon Coopermai 4, 1960
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Millionaire' premiere?

'The Millionaire' premiered on January 19, 1955.

Who created 'The Millionaire'?

'The Millionaire' was created by John G. Blystone.

What genre does 'The Millionaire' belong to?

'The Millionaire' is a drama series.

Who starred as John Beresford Tipton in 'The Millionaire'?

Marvin Miller portrayed John Beresford Tipton in 'The Millionaire'.

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

The first season of 'The Millionaire' consisted of 34 episodes.

Did 'The Millionaire' receive any awards during its run?

No, 'The Millionaire' did not receive any major awards during its run.

What was the premise of 'The Millionaire'?

'The Millionaire' followed the story of John Beresford Tipton, a wealthy philanthropist who anonymously gave one million dollars to a different person each week.

Who were the main characters in 'The Millionaire'?

The main characters in 'The Millionaire' were John Beresford Tipton and Michael Anthony, Tipton's executive secretary.

Where was 'The Millionaire' set?

'The Millionaire' was set in various locations across the United States.

Did 'The Millionaire' have any recurring themes or motifs?

Yes, a recurring theme in 'The Millionaire' was the exploration of how sudden wealth could impact people's lives.

Did 'The Millionaire' have any notable guest stars?

Yes, 'The Millionaire' featured several notable guest stars throughout its run, including actors and actresses from the Golden Age of Hollywood.

Was 'The Millionaire' based on a true story?

No, 'The Millionaire' was not based on a true story.

How long was each episode of 'The Millionaire'?

Each episode of 'The Millionaire' had a runtime of approximately 30 minutes.

Did 'The Millionaire' have a memorable theme song?

Yes, 'The Millionaire' had a memorable theme song composed by John Cacavas.

Was 'The Millionaire' a popular show during its time?

Yes, 'The Millionaire' was a popular show and gained a significant following during its time.

Did 'The Millionaire' have any spin-offs or related shows?

No, 'The Millionaire' did not have any spin-offs or related shows.

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