The Dick Powell Show (1961)
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.
Network
NBC
Episodes
Who Killed Julie Greer?
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.
Ricochet
No description available.
Killer In The House
Escaped convict Sid Williams shows up at the home of his brother Paul.
John J. Diggs
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Doyle Against The House
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.
Out Of The Night
American flier Collin Shatner's plane is hit during a bombing mission near the end of World War 2.
Somebody's Waiting
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The Geetas Box
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Goodbye Hannah
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Up Jumped The Devil
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.
Three Soldiers
In Southeast Asia, two professional soldiers reflect on their encounters with their sergeant, a tough infantryman captured by the enemy.
A Swiss Affair
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The Fifth Caller
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Open Season
A crooked politician doesn't want his wife to get a Mexican divorce, because then she can testify against him.
Death In A Village
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A Time To Die
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.
The Price of Tomatoes
Story of a Greek tomato delivery truck driver whose schedule is interrupted when he picks up a pregnant hitchhiker.
Obituary For Mr. X
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.
Squadron
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The Prison
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Seeds of April
Attorney Robert Thatcher tells the police that he was seeing the murder victim while his wife was in a mental hospital.
The Legend
An alcoholic newspaperman uses a partially blind ex-prizefighter to expose a boxing-racket boss.
The Hook
When underworld boss MacThane is released from prison, the California stakes turn even higher.
View from the Eiffel Tower
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.
330 Independence SW
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The Clocks
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Safari
When World War I breaks out, a strange couple seeks to escape from German East Africa.
The Boston Terrier
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No Strings Attached
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Savage Sunday
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Cast
Details
Original Title
The Dick Powell Show
Status
Ended
Seasons
2
Episodes
60
Production
Four Stars Productions
