Gunsmoke
“Get out of Dodge!”
Gunsmoke is an American radio and television Western drama series created by director Norman MacDonnell and writer John Meston. The stories take place in and around Dodge City, Kansas, during the settlement of the American West. The central character is lawman Marshal Matt Dillon, played by William Conrad on radio and James Arness on television.
Where to watch Gunsmoke in United States
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Where is Gunsmoke streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Peacock Premium, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel | — |
| Canada | Pluto TV | — |
| Germany | Pluto TV | — |
About Gunsmoke
Gunsmoke is a 1955 English-language western, action & adventure and drama series created by John Meston. The cast is led by James Arness, Amanda Blake, Ken Curtis. It spans 20 seasons and 635 episodes and has concluded. Viewers rate it 6.7/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Peacock Premium.
Gunsmoke was produced by Filmaster Productions, Arness Production Company, and CBS and made in United States of America. It was first aired on September 10, 1955, and carries a TV-G certification.
- Created by
- John Meston
- First aired
- September 10, 1955
- Last aired
- March 31, 1975
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- TV-G
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 20 (635 episodes)
- Network
- CBS
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Filmaster Productions, Arness Production Company, CBS
Gunsmoke cast & crew
Gunsmoke was created by John Meston.
The cast features James Arness as Marshal Matt Dillon, Amanda Blake as Kitty, Ken Curtis as Festus, Milburn Stone as Doc, and Woody Chambliss as Woody Lathrop.
Behind the camera, it was produced by John Mantley and Philip Leacock.
Is Gunsmoke worth watching?
Gunsmoke holds an audience score of 6.7/10 from 112 ratings, a solidly received western series.
With 20 seasons and 635 episodes, it's a long-haul binge.
If you enjoy western, action & adventure, and drama, Gunsmoke is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Gunsmoke
In United States, you can stream Gunsmoke on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Peacock Premium, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel , and Paramount+ Amazon Channel. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Gunsmoke
James Arness
Marshal Matt Dillon
Amanda Blake
Kitty
Ken Curtis
Festus
Milburn Stone
Doc
Woody Chambliss
Woody Lathrop
Gunsmoke — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Gunsmoke in United States?
Gunsmoke is streaming on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Peacock Premium, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel in United States.
▸Is Gunsmoke on Paramount Plus Premium?
Yes — Gunsmoke is currently available on Paramount Plus Premium in United States.
▸What language is Gunsmoke in?
Gunsmoke is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Spanish. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of Gunsmoke are there?
Gunsmoke has 20 seasons with 635 episodes in total.
▸What is Gunsmoke rated?
Gunsmoke is rated TV-G. It holds a 6.7/10 audience score from 112 ratings.
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