The Deputy
Series Overview
The Deputy is an American western series that aired on NBC from September 1959, to July 1961. The series stars Henry Fonda as Chief Marshal Simon Fry of the Arizona Territory and Allen Case as Deputy Clay McCord, a storekeeper who tried to avoid using a gun.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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2 Seasons • 76 Episodes
25–30 min per episode
1959 – 1961
Premiered: Sat, Sep 12, 1959
Norman Lear
Roland KibbeeLatest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 37: “Lawman's Conscience”
A deathbed confession frees Albee Beckett, who embarks on a campaign of terror against the people who convicted him. Beckett: Russell Johnson. Rufus: Jason Robards Sr. Fry: Henry Fonda. McCord: Allen Case. Mary: Tracey Roberts. Tanby: Jerry LaZarre. Briggs: Roy Wright.
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The Deputy 1959-61 (1950s Western Theme Song)
Type: Opening Credits • Published 2019-03-13
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Norman Lear, Roland Kibbee
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.
Parental Guidance Suggested.
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What is The Deputy about?
The Deputy is an American western series that aired on NBC from September 1959, to July 1961. The series stars Henry Fonda as Chief Marshal Simon Fry of the Arizona Territory and Allen Case as Deputy Clay McCord, a storekeeper who tried to avoid using a gun.
How many seasons does The Deputy have?
The Deputy comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The Deputy?
Key cast members in The Deputy include Henry Fonda, Read Morgan, Wallace Ford.
Who created or directed The Deputy?
The Deputy was developed and directed by Norman Lear, Roland Kibbee.