The Cast Did Not Get A Heads Up About The Cancellation
We know that all TV shows will come to an end. Even so, things ended badly for Gunsmoke. The members of the cast did not get not informed that it was canceled. Years after this, James Arness revealed that the producers only let him know since trade publications already reported on it.
The Cast Did Not Get A Heads Up About The Cancellation
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The Producers Wanted The Best Person To Play Matt Dillon
Before the part of Matt Dillon went to James Arness, the producers were not sold on him nor anyone for the role. Yes, they felt this way even though actors like Denver Pyle and Raymond Burr tried out for this part. In the end, however, they decided to give Arness a chance. They made the right call!
The Producers Wanted The Best Person To Play Matt Dillon