Wagon Train

Wagon Train (1957-1965)

EndedScripted showDrama, Western

Wagon Train followed the trials and tribulations of pioneering families as they set out from the East to carve out a new life in the West soon after the American Civil War. For some of the travellers it was a happy ending, but not for all, which only heightened the drama along the way.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 19:30 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S08E26The Jarbo Pierce StoryMay 2, 1965
S08E25The Silver LadyApr 25, 1965
S08E24The Indian Girl StoryApr 18, 1965
S08E23The Katy Piper StoryApr 11, 1965
S08E22The Betsy Blee Smith StoryMar 28, 1965
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Wagon Train premiere?

Wagon Train premiered on September 18, 1957.

Who played the character of Major Seth Adams in the first season?

Ward Bond played the character of Major Seth Adams in the first season of Wagon Train.

Which famous film and television actor guest-starred in the episode titled "The John Cameron Story"?

Lee Marvin, a famous film and television actor, guest-starred in the episode titled "The John Cameron Story."

Who was the show's first producer?

Howard Christie was the first producer of Wagon Train.

Who directed most of the episodes of Wagon Train?

Joseph Pevney directed most of the episodes of Wagon Train.

What was the original name of the show?

The original name of the show was "Wagon West."

Which episode was the highest-rated in the first season?

The episode "The Malachi Hobart Story" was the highest-rated in the first season.

Who composed the show's theme music?

The show's theme music was composed by David Rose.

Who played the character of Flint McCullough in the show?

Robert Horton played the character of Flint McCullough in the show.

Which famous actor played the role of Jean LaFitte in the episode titled "The Jean LaFitte Story"?

John Carradine, a famous actor, played the role of Jean LaFitte in the episode titled "The Jean LaFitte Story."

Which network broadcasted Wagon Train during its entire run?

NBC broadcasted Wagon Train during its entire run.

What was the show's approximate budget per episode?

The show's approximate budget per episode was $100,000.

Who played the character of Charlie Wooster in the show?

Frank McGrath played the character of Charlie Wooster in the show.

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