Bret Maverick
Series Overview
Bret Maverick is a 1981-82 American Western television series starring James Garner in the role that made him famous in the 1957 series Maverick: a professional poker player traveling alone year after year through the Old West from riverboat to saloon. In this sequel series, Maverick has settled down in Sweetwater, Arizona Territory, where he owns a ranch and is co-owner of the town's saloon. However, Maverick is still always on the lookout for his next big score, and continues to gamble and practice various con games whenever the chance arises. The series was developed by Gordon Dawson, and produced by Garner's company Cherokee Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 18 Episodes
60 min per episode
1981 – 1982
Premiered: Tue, Dec 1, 1981
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 18: “The Hidalgo Thing”
Tom Guthrie, who is trying to get re-elected as sheriff, tries to get Maverick to keep a low profile, but Bret is working on the biggest con of his life and isn't going to stop now.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Bret Maverick (Theme Song)
Type: Opening Credits • Published 2015-03-12
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gordon T. Dawson
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
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What is Bret Maverick about?
Bret Maverick is a 1981-82 American Western television series starring James Garner in the role that made him famous in the 1957 series Maverick: a professional poker player traveling alone year after year through the Old West from riverboat to saloon. In this sequel series, Maverick has settled down in Sweetwater, Arizona Territory, where he owns a ranch and is co-owner of the town's saloon. However, Maverick is still always on the lookout for his next big score, and continues to gamble and practice various con games whenever the chance arises. The series was developed by Gordon Dawson, and produced by Garner's company Cherokee Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television.
How many seasons does Bret Maverick have?
Bret Maverick comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Bret Maverick?
Key cast members in Bret Maverick include James Garner, Richard Hamilton, Darleen Carr, Ramon Bieri, Ed Bruce.
Who created or directed Bret Maverick?
Bret Maverick was developed and directed by Gordon T. Dawson.