The Great Adventure
Series Overview
The Great Adventure is a historical anthology series that appeared on CBS for the 1963-1964 television season. The series, narrated each week by Van Heflin, and featuring theme music by Richard Rodgers, presented a weekly one-hour dramatization of the lives of famous Americans and important historical events in American History.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 26 Episodes
44–60 min per episode
1963 – 1964
Premiered: Fri, Sep 27, 1963
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 26: “The Pirate and the Patriot”
Thirty four years later, General Andrew Jackson, commanding the US Army defending New Orleans, is about to get revenge for his treatment by the British during the American Revolution with a little help from a local buccaneer.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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THE GREAT ADVENTURE - OPENING THEME CBS 1963
Type: Opening Credits • Published 2010-07-06
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bert Granet, John Houseman
Department Leadership Roster
Bert Granet
Producer
John Houseman
Producer
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What is The Great Adventure about?
The Great Adventure is a historical anthology series that appeared on CBS for the 1963-1964 television season. The series, narrated each week by Van Heflin, and featuring theme music by Richard Rodgers, presented a weekly one-hour dramatization of the lives of famous Americans and important historical events in American History.
How many seasons does The Great Adventure have?
The Great Adventure comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in The Great Adventure?
Key cast members in The Great Adventure include Not specified.
Who created or directed The Great Adventure?
The Great Adventure was developed and directed by Not specified.