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The Dick Powell Show

★5.7 1961 – 1963 2 Seasons TV-MA

The Dick Powell Show is an American anthology series that ran on NBC from 1961- 1963, primarily sponsored by the Reynolds Metals Company. It was hosted by longtime film star Dick Powell until his death from lymphatic cancer on January 2, 1963, then by a series of guest hosts until the series ended. The first of these was Gregory Peck, who began the January 8 program with a tribute to Powell, recognizing him as "a great and good friend to our industry." Peck was followed by fellow actors such as Robert Mitchum, Frank Sinatra, Glenn Ford, Charles Boyer, Jackie Cooper, Rock Hudson, Milton Berle, Jack Lemmon, Dean Martin, Robert Taylor, Steve McQueen, David Niven, Danny Thomas, Robert Wagner and John Wayne.

Seasons & episodes

2 seasons · 60 episodes

Episode 01

Who Killed Julie Greer?

Sep 26, 1961 · 60 min

Aspiring actress Julie Greer is talking to someone on the phone when there is a knock at the door. She puts the phone down and answers the door. A person, who we don't see but who Julie obviously knows, enters. She tells the person to quit and leave. The person attacks and strangles her. Julie's last words are to repeatedly scream out ""George Townsend"". Julie's body is discovered by her roommate Ann Farmer. Millionaire police captain Amos Burke, with the assistance of fellow officers Phil Winslow and Joe Nolan, investigate the case. A little black book containing the names of many men, whom Julie may have had affairs with and dumped over the years, is found. The names include: Rex, the singing cowboy star of a TV series; Dr. C.Z.

Episode 02

Ricochet

Oct 3, 1961 · 60 min

No description available.

Episode 03

Killer In The House

Oct 10, 1961 · 60 min

Escaped convict Sid Williams shows up at the home of his brother Paul.

Episode 04

John J. Diggs

Oct 17, 1961 · 60 min

No description available.

Episode 05

Doyle Against The House

Oct 24, 1961 · 60 min

Blackjack dealer Eddie Doyle is good at his job, but his salary is a pittance compared to the sums that cross his table. Doyle needs five grand fast, for an operation for his young daughter, so he and a pal named Victor cook up a plan. Victor plays the game while Eddie deals losing hands for the house.

Episode 06

Out Of The Night

Oct 31, 1961 · 60 min

American flier Collin Shatner's plane is hit during a bombing mission near the end of World War 2.

Episode 07

Somebody's Waiting

Nov 7, 1961 · 60 min

No description available.

Episode 08

The Geetas Box

Nov 14, 1961 · 60 min

No description available.

Episode 09

Goodbye Hannah

Nov 21, 1961 · 60 min

No description available.

Episode 10

Up Jumped The Devil

Nov 28, 1961 · 60 min

Toy tycoon Chandler Hanford decides that Jack Farmer, the firm's fair-haired boy, is just the person to handle the company's outside investments.

Episode 11

Three Soldiers

Dec 5, 1961 · 60 min

In Southeast Asia, two professional soldiers reflect on their encounters with their sergeant, a tough infantryman captured by the enemy.

Episode 12

A Swiss Affair

Dec 12, 1961 · 60 min

No description available.

Episode 13

The Fifth Caller

Dec 19, 1961 · 60 min

No description available.

Episode 14

Open Season

Dec 26, 1961 · 60 min

A crooked politician doesn't want his wife to get a Mexican divorce, because then she can testify against him.

Episode 15

Death In A Village

Jan 2, 1962 · 60 min

No description available.

Episode 16

A Time To Die

Jan 9, 1962 · 60 min

Mob boss Burton Stevens is seriously injured in a so-called car accident, and will die unless he picks someone to die in his place.

Episode 17

The Price of Tomatoes

Jan 16, 1962 · 60 min

Story of a Greek tomato delivery truck driver whose schedule is interrupted when he picks up a pregnant hitchhiker.

Episode 18

Obituary For Mr. X

Jan 23, 1962 · 60 min

Police chief Harry Sellers warns Officer Obie Roberts to break off his ""secret"" romance with Carol Manson before he ruins his career and his marriage.

Episode 19

Squadron

Jan 30, 1962 · 60 min

No description available.

Episode 20

The Prison

Feb 6, 1962 · 60 min

No description available.

Episode 21

Seeds of April

Feb 13, 1962 · 60 min

Attorney Robert Thatcher tells the police that he was seeing the murder victim while his wife was in a mental hospital.

Episode 22

The Legend

Feb 20, 1962 · 60 min

An alcoholic newspaperman uses a partially blind ex-prizefighter to expose a boxing-racket boss.

Episode 23

The Hook

Mar 6, 1962 · 60 min

When underworld boss MacThane is released from prison, the California stakes turn even higher.

Episode 24

View from the Eiffel Tower

Mar 13, 1962 · 60 min

Inspector Boulanger of the Paris police is keeping a careful eye on the activities of Vincent Powers at the Orly Airport . So instead of picking up that highly valuable valise he came for, he has the porter place it among the luggage of Alice Wood, an American tourist.

Episode 25

330 Independence SW

Mar 20, 1962 · 60 min

No description available.

Episode 26

The Clocks

Mar 27, 1962 · 60 min

No description available.

Episode 27

Safari

Apr 3, 1962 · 60 min

When World War I breaks out, a strange couple seeks to escape from German East Africa.

Episode 28

The Boston Terrier

Apr 10, 1962 · 60 min

No description available.

Episode 29

No Strings Attached

Apr 24, 1962 · 60 min

No description available.

Episode 30

Savage Sunday

May 1, 1962 · 60 min

No description available.

About the series

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Audience score
★ 5.7 /10

based on 7 votes

Synopsis

The Dick Powell Show is an American anthology series that ran on NBC from 1961- 1963, primarily sponsored by the Reynolds Metals Company. It was hosted by longtime film star Dick Powell until his death from lymphatic cancer on January 2, 1963, then by a series of guest hosts until the series ended. The first of these was Gregory Peck, who began the January 8 program with a tribute to Powell, recognizing him as "a great and good friend to our industry." Peck was followed by fellow actors such as Robert Mitchum, Frank Sinatra, Glenn Ford, Charles Boyer, Jackie Cooper, Rock Hudson, Milton Berle, Jack Lemmon, Dean Martin, Robert Taylor, Steve McQueen, David Niven, Danny Thomas, Robert Wagner and John Wayne.

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Cast

1 principal cast

Dick Powell

Dick Powell

Self - Host

Where to watch The Dick Powell Show

The Dick Powell Show is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The drama has 2 seasons and 60 total episodes, rated 5.7/10 by 7 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does The Dick Powell Show have?

The Dick Powell Show has 2 seasons with 60 episodes in total.

Is The Dick Powell Show still on the air?

The Dick Powell Show has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs The Dick Powell Show?

The Dick Powell Show airs on NBC.

When did The Dick Powell Show first air?

The Dick Powell Show first aired on September 26, 1961.

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