Young Maverick

Young Maverick (1979-1980)

EndedScripted showAdventure, Western

Meet Ben Maverick, the crown prince of cardsharps. Unlike his lighter traveling relations, Ben carries some extra baggage on his wanderings - his lovely grifting gal pal Nell. While the pair may always bluff their way to high stakes, their real ace-in-the-hole is Marshal Edge Troy, who shows up just in time to get the pair out of a jam.... usually.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 20:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E08Half-Past Noonjanv. 30, 1980
S01E07Have I Got a Girl for Youjanv. 16, 1980
S01E06Makin' Tracksjanv. 9, 1980
S01E05Dead Man's Hand: Part 2janv. 2, 1980
S01E04Dead Man's Hand: Part 1déc. 26, 1979
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Young Maverick' premiere?

'Young Maverick' premiered on September 30, 1979.

Who was the main character in 'Young Maverick'?

The main character in 'Young Maverick' was Ben Maverick, played by Charles Frank.

What was the genre of 'Young Maverick'?

'Young Maverick' was a Western drama television series.

Who created 'Young Maverick'?

'Young Maverick' was created by Roy Huggins.

What was the setting of 'Young Maverick'?

'Young Maverick' was set in the late 19th century, during the California Gold Rush.

Who played the character Nell McGarra in 'Young Maverick'?

Nell McGarra was played by actress Susan Blanchard.

What was the occupation of the main character Ben Maverick in 'Young Maverick'?

Ben Maverick was a professional poker player in 'Young Maverick'.

How was 'Young Maverick' related to the TV show 'Maverick'?

'Young Maverick' was a spin-off of the original TV show 'Maverick'.

Who was Ben Maverick's partner in 'Young Maverick'?

Ben Maverick's partner in 'Young Maverick' was his cousin, Beau Maverick, played by actor John Dehner.

What was the primary focus of 'Young Maverick'?

'Young Maverick' focused on the adventures of Ben Maverick as he navigated the Wild West.

Did 'Young Maverick' feature any recurring characters from 'Maverick'?

Yes, 'Young Maverick' featured several recurring characters from the original TV show 'Maverick'.

How many episodes of 'Young Maverick' were produced?

'Young Maverick' had a total of eight episodes.

Did 'Young Maverick' receive any awards or nominations?

'Young Maverick' did not receive any notable awards or nominations.

Did 'Young Maverick' receive positive reviews from critics?

Critical reception for 'Young Maverick' was generally mixed.

Was 'Young Maverick' a successful TV show in terms of ratings?

'Young Maverick' did not achieve significant ratings success during its run.

Did 'Young Maverick' have any notable guest stars?

Yes, 'Young Maverick' featured guest appearances by actors such as Jack Kelly and James Garner, who reprised their roles from 'Maverick'.

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