‘Gunsmoke’ Was On The Radio First
We have already told you that Gunsmoke began as a radio drama. Even in that format, it was very big. While the producers decided to adapt it for the television, the radio show stayed on the air for the first six years of the TV show’s run. The radio show was on the airwaves from 1952 to 1961.
‘Gunsmoke’ Was On The Radio First
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John Wayne Turned Down The Lead Role
Did you know that John Wayne was meant to take on the role of Matt Dillon? However, TV schedules tend to be more taxing than movie ones. Wayne could not commit to that much work. However, he did offer the show an endorsement prior to the release of the premiere.
John Wayne Turned Down The Lead Role