Saturday, September 15, 2018

Times Change

I know it is possible to find this program on cable. I was always a fan and it was particularly heartening to see a show where the bad guys lost and the good guys had clear values.

But take a quick look at the show's beginning and ask if a new program of that nature would have a chance today. 

Far from being a threat, the hero was a walking "safe zone."

In those days, to borrow a line from Churchill, people knew the difference between the arsonist and the fire brigade.

3 comments:

Richard (Rick) Georges said...

You don't need cable, Michael. There are plenty of online TV services these day. For the Rifleman series, go to
https://oldmovietime.com/tv/the_rifleman.html
You're welcome.
Rick

Texas Leigh said...

Chuck Conners said, "On our television show, you'll notice that the riffle was only used as a last resort. There was no joy in its performance. We try to handle the rifle with dignity." Go spend some time at OurChuckConners.com. You'll see he had quite a fascinating life and career. We loved The Rifleman and Branded.

Michael Wade said...

Rick,

Thanks for the tip.

Texas Leigh,

Thanks for the perspective by Chuck Connors. It was a great show and it was truly loved.

Michael