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- 1. A Rose for Lotta Sep 12, 1959
- A vicious plot by silver barons to exploit the Ponderosa entails kidnapping Little Joe.
- 2. Death on Sun Mountain Sep 19, 1959
- An ambitious schemer plots to corner the meat supply in Virginia City.
- 3. S1 E3 Jan 10, 2024
- Life on the Ponderosa with the Cartwright clan.
Bonanza (TV Series 1959–1973) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.
Mar 18, 2024 · Updated March 18, 2024 170.8K views 19 items. The Bonanza cast is a treasure trove of beloved and adored characters for fans of the classic television series that aired from 1959 to 1973. Set on the expansive Ponderosa Ranch, this timeless western drama captivated viewers with engaging storylines and unforgettable characters.
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Learn more about the full cast of Bonanza with news, photos, videos and more at TV Guide
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- Lorne Greene (Ben Cartwright) Greene starred in every single episode of Bonanza as Ben Cartwright, a former sailor who goes out west on his own. In a 1967 interview with reporter Bobbie Wygant, Greene admitted that he was ready for the show to end.
- Pernell Roberts (Adam Cartwright) Roberts played the oldest Cartwright son, Adam, from 1959 to 1965. He chose to leave the show due to creative differences.
- Dan Blocker (Eric "Hoss" Cartwright) Blocker played Cartwright son Eric, who was better known as Hoss. Blocker died suddenly from a pulmonary embolism in 1972, at the age of 43.
- Michael Landon (Little Joe Cartwright) Landon starred as the youngest Cartwright son, Little Joe. The role was a major one for the actor, who was in his early 20s when he was cast.
With Lorne Greene, Michael Landon, Dan Blocker, Pernell Roberts. The Wild West adventures of Ben Cartwright and his sons as they run and defend their Nevada ranch while helping the surrounding community.
99+ Photos. Western. The Wild West adventures of Ben Cartwright and his sons as they run and defend their Nevada ranch while helping the surrounding community. Creators. David Dortort. Fred Hamilton. Stars. Lorne Greene. Michael Landon. Dan Blocker. See production info at IMDbPro. STREAMING. S1. +4. Add to Watchlist. Added by 13.0K users.
Cast. This section includes characters who will appear or have appeared in at least one season of the series. A green cell indicates the actor is a main cast member. A red cell indicates the actor is a recurring guest cast member. A light blue cell indicates the actor is a guest cast member.
