Yancy Derringer

Yancy Derringer (1958-1959)

EndedScripted showAction, Adventure, Western

Yancy Derringer gets involved in adventures in New Orleans after the end of the Civil War. Besides being a gambler, Derringer also worked as a troubleshooter for city administrator John Colton. He was assisted in his endeavors by a Pawnee sidekick.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 20:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E34Two Tickets to PromontoryJun 4, 1959
S01E33Gone But Not ForgottenMay 28, 1959
S01E32The Quiet FirecrackerMay 21, 1959
S01E31V as in VoodooMay 14, 1959
S01E30Outlaw at LibertyMay 7, 1959
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Yancy Derringer' premiere?

'Yancy Derringer' premiered on October 2, 1958.

Who played the titular character in 'Yancy Derringer'?

Jock Mahoney portrayed Yancy Derringer in the TV show.

In which city is 'Yancy Derringer' primarily set?

'Yancy Derringer' is primarily set in New Orleans.

What was Yancy Derringer's occupation in the show?

Yancy Derringer was a riverboat gambler and a secret agent.

Who played the character of Pahoo-Ka-Ta-Wah in 'Yancy Derringer'?

X Brands played the character Pahoo-Ka-Ta-Wah, Yancy Derringer's Native American companion.

What was the name of the saloon that featured prominently in 'Yancy Derringer'?

The saloon in 'Yancy Derringer' was called the Sazerac Saloon.

Did 'Yancy Derringer' feature any recurring villains?

Yes, 'Yancy Derringer' had recurring villains, such as John Colicos as the sinister Charles Dupre.

What type of weapon did Yancy Derringer carry?

Yancy Derringer carried a derringer, a small, concealed pistol.

Who played the character of Madame Francine in 'Yancy Derringer'?

Frances Bergen portrayed the character of Madame Francine, a refined and resourceful businesswoman.

Did 'Yancy Derringer' have any notable guest stars?

Yes, 'Yancy Derringer' featured guest stars like Lee Van Cleef, Martin Landau, and Claude Akins.

What was the name of Yancy Derringer's pet alligator?

Yancy Derringer's pet alligator was named Ben.

Was 'Yancy Derringer' primarily an action or a mystery series?

'Yancy Derringer' was primarily an action series with elements of mystery.

Who was the creator of 'Yancy Derringer'?

Richard Sale was the creator of 'Yancy Derringer'.

Did 'Yancy Derringer' receive any awards or nominations during its run?

'Yancy Derringer' did not receive any major awards or nominations.

How many episodes were produced in total for 'Yancy Derringer'?

'Yancy Derringer' had a total of 34 episodes.

Did 'Yancy Derringer' have a memorable theme song?

Yes, 'Yancy Derringer' had a memorable theme song composed by Richard Shores.

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