Harrison Ford's Two Guest Appearances on 'Gunsmoke' Before 'Star Wars' Fame
By
Gil Macias
Summary
This article explores Harrison Ford's early acting career, specifically his two guest appearances on the classic Western TV series "Gunsmoke" in 1972 and 1973, years before he became a global star through "Star Wars" and "Indiana Jones." It details the two different characters he played, the context of the show's long-running history, and how these roles were part of his pre-fame journey as a working actor.
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TVLineHarrison Ford's Two Guest Appearances on 'Gunsmoke' Before 'Star Wars' Fametvline.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledFive years before he saved the galaxy as Han Solo in 'Star Wars,' Harrison Ford was slinging pistols in the Wild West.
Ford played two different characters in the eighteenth season of the Western series 'Gunsmoke.'
The show ran for 20 seasons and 635 episodes, making it the longest-running Western in television history.
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