Dead Man's Gun
Series Overview
Dead Man's Gun is a western anthology series broadcast on Showtime from 1997 to 1999. The series follows the travels of a magical revolver as it passes to a new character in each episode. The gun would change the life of whomever possessed it.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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2 Seasons • 44 Episodes
30 min per episode
1997 – 1999
Premiered: Sun, Mar 2, 1997
Latest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 22: “A Just Reward”
An outlaw (William Forsythe) retrieves the Dead Man's Gun by murdering its latest owners for a mysterious, eccentric, incredibly rich man, known only as Mr. Smith. Upon delivery of the gun, the outlaw is treated to several stories about its eerie past (in the form of flashbacks to previous episodes including The Hangman, The Bounty Hunter, The Photographer, Bad Boys, and The Great Mcdonacle), and cannot leave because of the posse outside. He grows more and more uncomfortable, and feels that, because of the danger of the weapon, he deserves more money for it. His greed is his undoing, as Mr. Smith reveals himself to be the original owner of the cursed weapon, and the outlaw receives his just reward.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Dead Man's Gun Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-07-31
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ed Spielman, Howard Spielman
Terry Frewer
Henry Winkler, Larry Sugar, Ed Spielman, Howard Spielman
Department Leadership Roster
Larry Sugar
Producer
Terry Frewer
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dead Man's Gun
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What is Dead Man's Gun about?
Dead Man's Gun is a western anthology series broadcast on Showtime from 1997 to 1999. The series follows the travels of a magical revolver as it passes to a new character in each episode. The gun would change the life of whomever possessed it.
How many seasons does Dead Man's Gun have?
Dead Man's Gun comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Dead Man's Gun?
Key cast members in Dead Man's Gun include Kris Kristofferson.
Who created or directed Dead Man's Gun?
Dead Man's Gun was developed and directed by Ed Spielman, Howard Spielman.