The Tall Man

The Tall Man (1960-1962)

EndedScripted showAction, Adventure, Western

The Tall Man is a western series about fictionalized stories of Sheriff Pat Garrett and the renowned gunfighter, Billy the Kid.

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Scheduleevery Saturday at 20:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E38PhoebeMay 26, 1962
S02E37Doctor on HorsebackMay 19, 1962
S02E36The Woman in BlackMay 12, 1962
S02E35The Black RobeMay 5, 1962
S02E34The Runaway GroomApr 28, 1962
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Tall Man' premiere?

'The Tall Man' premiered on September 10, 1960.

Who were the main actors in 'The Tall Man'?

The main actors in 'The Tall Man' were Barry Sullivan and Clu Gulager.

What was the genre of 'The Tall Man'?

'The Tall Man' was a western television series.

Where was 'The Tall Man' set?

'The Tall Man' was set in the town of Silver City, Arizona.

What was the occupation of the main character in 'The Tall Man'?

The main character, Sheriff Pat Garrett, was a lawman.

Who was the real-life person that inspired the character of Pat Garrett in 'The Tall Man'?

The character of Pat Garrett in 'The Tall Man' was inspired by the real-life Old West lawman Pat Garrett.

What was the relationship between Sheriff Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid in 'The Tall Man'?

In 'The Tall Man', Sheriff Pat Garrett was portrayed as a friend turned enemy of Billy the Kid.

Did 'The Tall Man' feature any notable guest stars?

Yes, 'The Tall Man' featured notable guest stars such as Leonard Nimoy and James Coburn.

What were some recurring themes in 'The Tall Man'?

Some recurring themes in 'The Tall Man' included law and order, justice, and the conflict between good and evil.

Did 'The Tall Man' receive any awards or nominations?

Unfortunately, 'The Tall Man' did not receive any major awards or nominations.

How many episodes were produced for 'The Tall Man'?

'The Tall Man' had a total of 75 episodes produced.

What was the runtime of each episode of 'The Tall Man'?

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

Was 'The Tall Man' filmed in black and white or color?

'The Tall Man' was filmed in black and white.

Did 'The Tall Man' have a memorable theme song?

Yes, 'The Tall Man' had a memorable theme song composed by Harry Sukman.

Were there any notable behind-the-scenes facts about 'The Tall Man'?

One notable fact about 'The Tall Man' is that it was produced by Sam Peckinpah, who later became a renowned film director.

Did 'The Tall Man' have a spin-off or related series?

No, 'The Tall Man' did not have any spin-offs or related series.

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