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The Real McCoys 1957

★ 5.9/10 · 13 votes TV-14 Comedy 6 seasons · 224 eps Ended
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What is The Real McCoys?

The Real McCoys is an American situation comedy that premiered in 1957. The television series was co-produced by Marterto Productions, which was owned by Danny Thomas, in association with the Westgate company, a partnership involving Walter Brennan and Irving Pincus.

Type
TV series
Year
1957
Status
Ended
Episodes
224
First aired
Oct 3, 1957
Last aired
Jun 23, 1963
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
CBS
Genres
Comedy
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The Real McCoys is an American situation comedy that premiered in 1957. The television series was co-produced by Marterto Productions, which was owned by Danny Thomas, in association with the Westgate company, a partnership involving Walter Brennan and Irving Pincus. Walter Brennan starred in the program throughout its run. The series was filmed in Hollywood at Desilu studios and was set in the San Fernando Valley of California. During its broadcast history, the show aired for five seasons on the ABC-TV network from 1957 through 1962. Following its tenure on ABC, the program moved to CBS for its final year, concluding its run in 1963. The production is categorized as a comedy and is documented in the archives of The Movie Database. By the end of its broadcast life, the show had spanned six years of television programming.

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“A rural family navigates life in California's San Fernando Valley.”

Reasons to watch
  • Features strong ensemble performances
  • Offers a glimpse into mid-20th century rural life
  • Consistent comedic timing across episodes
Keep in mind
  • May feel dated to modern audiences
  • Limited plot complexity

You enjoy classic family sitcoms with gentle humor.

Suitable for general audiences with a tone that reflects its era.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 39 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 39 episodes
Season 3 · 39 episodes
Season 4 · 39 episodes
Season 5 · 29 episodes

Frequently asked questions

Who starred in The Real McCoys?

The series starred Walter Brennan, Richard Crenna, and Kathleen Nolan.

Where was The Real McCoys set?

The show was set in the San Fernando Valley of California.

Which networks aired The Real McCoys?

It aired on ABC for five seasons and then moved to CBS for its final season.

How long did The Real McCoys run?

The series ran from 1957 to 1963, spanning six seasons.

Who produced The Real McCoys?

It was co-produced by Danny Thomas' Marterto Productions and Walter Brennan and Irving Pincus' Westgate company.