The Dick Powell Show 1961
What is The Dick Powell Show?
The Dick Powell Show is an American anthology series that aired on NBC. It was primarily sponsored by the Reynolds Metals Company and featured a variety of episodes throughout its run.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1961
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 60
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 26, 1961
- Last aired
- Apr 30, 1963
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- NBC
- Genres
- Drama, Comedy, Talk
- Updated
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The Dick Powell Show is an American anthology series that aired on NBC. It was primarily sponsored by the Reynolds Metals Company and featured a variety of episodes throughout its run. The series was hosted by longtime film star Dick Powell, who was a well-known figure in the entertainment industry. Powell's tenure as host was followed by a series of guest hosts, who paid tribute to him in various episodes. This included a special program hosted by Gregory Peck, who recognized Powell as a "great and good friend to our industry." Other actors, including Robert Mitchum, Frank Sinatra, Glenn Ford, and Charles Boyer, also served as guest hosts. The series continued after Dick Powell's death, with various actors stepping in to host episodes.
Should you watch it?
“An American anthology television series featuring a renowned film star host.”
- Hosted by Dick Powell
- Features various guest hosts
- Short run on television
Watch it if you enjoy classic American anthology television series from the early 1960s.
The series includes drama, comedy, and talk elements suitable for general audiences.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 30 episodes
- E1 Who Killed Julie Greer? Sep 26, 1961
- E2 Ricochet Oct 3, 1961
- E3 Killer In The House Oct 10, 1961
- E4 John J. Diggs Oct 17, 1961
- E5 Doyle Against The House Oct 24, 1961
- E6 Out Of The Night Oct 31, 1961
- E7 Somebody's Waiting Nov 7, 1961
- E8 The Geetas Box Nov 14, 1961
- E9 Goodbye Hannah Nov 21, 1961
- E10 Up Jumped The Devil Nov 28, 1961
- E11 Three Soldiers Dec 5, 1961
- E12 A Swiss Affair Dec 12, 1961
- E13 The Fifth Caller Dec 19, 1961
- E14 Open Season Dec 26, 1961
- E15 Death In A Village Jan 2, 1962
- E16 A Time To Die Jan 9, 1962
- E17 The Price of Tomatoes Jan 16, 1962
- E18 Obituary For Mr. X Jan 23, 1962
- E19 Squadron Jan 30, 1962
- E20 The Prison Feb 6, 1962
- E21 Seeds of April Feb 13, 1962
- E22 The Legend Feb 20, 1962
- E23 The Hook Mar 6, 1962
- E24 View from the Eiffel Tower Mar 13, 1962
- E25 330 Independence SW Mar 20, 1962
- E26 The Clocks Mar 27, 1962
- E27 Safari Apr 3, 1962
- E28 The Boston Terrier Apr 10, 1962
- E29 No Strings Attached Apr 24, 1962
- E30 Savage Sunday May 1, 1962
Season 2 · 30 episodes
- E1 Special Assignment Sep 25, 1962
- E2 Tomorrow the Man Oct 2, 1962
- E3 Run Till It's Dark Oct 9, 1962
- E4 The Doomsday Boys Oct 16, 1962
- E5 The Sea Witch Oct 23, 1962
- E6 The Great Anatole Oct 30, 1962
- E7 The Honorable Albert Higgins Nov 6, 1962
- E8 Days of Glory Nov 13, 1962
- E9 In Search of a Son Nov 20, 1962
- E10 Borderline Nov 27, 1962
- E11 Pericles on 31st Street Dec 4, 1962
- E12 The Court Martial of Captain Wycliff Dec 11, 1962
- E13 Crazy Sunday Dec 18, 1962
- E14 The Big Day Dec 25, 1962
- E15 Project X Jan 8, 1963
- E16 The Losers Jan 15, 1963
- E17 Everybody Loves Sweeney Jan 22, 1963
- E18 The Rage of Silence Jan 29, 1963
- E19 The Judge Feb 5, 1963
- E20 Luxury Liner Feb 12, 1963
- E21 Apples Don't Fall Far Feb 19, 1963
- E22 Tissue of Hate Feb 26, 1963
- E23 Thunder In A Forgotten Town Mar 5, 1963
- E24 Colossus Mar 12, 1963
- E25 Charlie's Duet Mar 19, 1963
- E26 The Third Side of a Coin Mar 26, 1963
- E27 Epilogue Apr 2, 1963
- E28 The Last of the Big Spenders Apr 16, 1963
- E29 The Old Man and the City Apr 23, 1963
- E30 The Last of the Private Eyes Apr 30, 1963
Frequently asked questions
When did The Dick Powell Show run?
The American anthology series ran on NBC from 1961 to 1963.
Who hosted the series initially?
It was hosted by longtime film star Dick Powell until his death.
Who sponsored the show?
The series was primarily sponsored by the Reynolds Metals Company.
Who was the first guest host after Dick Powell?
Gregory Peck was the first guest host, beginning the January 8 program with a tribute.
Which network broadcasted the series?
The series ran on NBC.