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The Californians

1957-09-24 · 30 min / episode · ★ 5.8

Western · Drama

San Franciscans during the goldrush of the 1850s attempt to maintain law and order in their wild city. Newly arrived Matthew Wayne becomes sheriff, then marshal, and organizes the city police force while expressing interest in the young widow Fanzler and sparring with attorney Pitt. Adam Kennedy appears as Dion Patrick, an Irish newspaperman who helps the local vigilante committee.

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Louis F. Edelman, California Film Enterprises
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United States of America
Status
Ended

Top Cast

Richard CooganRichard CooganMarshal Matthew Wayne
Sean McClorySean McCloryJack McGivern
Adam KennedyAdam KennedyDion Patrick
Nan LeslieNan LeslieMartha McGivern
Art FlemingJeremy Pitt
Carole MathewsCarole MathewsWilma Fansler

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