
TV series
The Legend of Jesse James
1965–1966, English, on ABC. Created by Samuel A. Peeples.
The Legend of Jesse James is an American western series starring Christopher Jones in the tile role of notorious outlaw Jesse James. The series aired on ABC from September 13, 1965, to May 9, 1966. Allen Case joined Jones as Jesse's brother, Frank James.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 34
- Episode length
- 30 min
- Status
- Ended in 1966
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S1 E34: A Burying For Rosey
Aired 9 May 1966
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- Samuel A. PeeplesCreator
- Christopher JonesJesse James · 34 ep
- Allen CaseFrank James · 34 ep
- Ann DoranMrs. James · 34 ep
- John MilfordCole Younger · 34 ep
- Robert J. WilkeMarshal Sam Corbett · 34 ep
- Tim McIntireBob Younger · 34 ep
- Gene EvansJake Burnett · 1 ep
- Regis ToomeyDefense Attorney Reed · 1 ep
- Jeffrey HunterJeremy Thrallkill · 1 ep
- Robert McQueeneyMr. Haynes · 1 ep
- Harry Carey Jr.Ellie's Father · 1 ep
- Emile MeyerCap Walters · 1 ep
Details
- First aired
- 13 September 1965
- Last aired
- 9 May 1966
- Network
- ABC
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Scripted
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The Legend of Jesse James: quick answers
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How many seasons of The Legend of Jesse James are there?
The Legend of Jesse James has 1 season and 34 episodes, about 30 minutes each.
Is The Legend of Jesse James finished?
Yes. The Legend of Jesse James ended in 1966, so you can watch the whole story.
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What shows are like The Legend of Jesse James?
If you liked The Legend of Jesse James, try How the West Was Won, The High Chaparral, The Young Riders.
Who created The Legend of Jesse James?
The Legend of Jesse James was created by Samuel A. Peeples and stars Christopher Jones, Allen Case, Ann Doran.
