Nichols is an American Western television series starring James Garner broadcast in the United States on NBC during the 1971-72 season. Set the fictional town of Nichols, Arizona, in 1914, Nichols differed from traditional Western series of the era. The main character, a sheriff, rode on a motorcycle and in an automobile rather than on the traditional horse. The hero did not carry a firearm and was generally opposed to the use of violence to solve problems, preferring other means. Margot Kidder portrayed Ruth, the love interest/barmaid of Nichols.
Cast: Margot Kidder, James Garner, John Beck
Season 1
24 episodes
1. NicholsA retired soldier tired of guns returns to his family homestead in Arizona only to be forced to assume the position of local sheriff.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minSep 16, 1971
2. The SiegeA bandit gang rides in from Mexico in search of a dentist for its leader.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minSep 23, 1971
3. The Indian GiverAn Indian claims the Ketchams' land.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minSep 30, 1971
4. Paper BadgeNichols welcomes a would-be actress to town, while Ketcham is infuriated by a booksmart lawman.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minOct 7, 1971
5. Gulley vs HansenTwo aging gunfighters are pressured into a final showdown.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minOct 14, 1971
6. Deer CrossingKetcham angers the Apaches when he tries to force a brave to end his hunt for a prize buck.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minOct 21, 1971
7. The SpecialistsNichols and Ketcham hire second-rate mercenaries for an attack on an outlaw stronghold.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minOct 28, 1971
8. Peanuts and CrackerjacksA baseball game between a visiting Army team and the town's team becomes a betting event.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minNov 4, 1971
9. Ketcham PowerKetcham is made a deputy and promptly abuses his authority.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minNov 11, 1971
10. BerthaAfter twenty years in a school back east Bertha's daughter is coming to town. Bertha plans to close down and become "respectable" during her daughter's visit, but instead Nichols convinces her to let him run her place while she's "gone".TV-PGCC1 h 0 minNov 18, 1971
11. The One Eyed Mule's Time Has ComeAn earthquake traps Nichols in a cellar with an Army vet and his mule while looters rampage around them.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minNov 23, 1971
12. Away the Rolling RiverAn old bandit has his eye on one last prize: a money train.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minNov 30, 1971
13. Where Did Everybody Go?A jealous boyfriend and his hulking brothers are after Nichols when he flirts with a temptress.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minDec 7, 1971
14. The Marrying FoolA man comes to town looking to kill Ruth's fiance, who hasn't told her everything about his past.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minDec 28, 1971
15. Eddie JoeA black fugitive hits town with a vengeful former cellmate close behind.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minJan 4, 1972
16. ZachariahNichols races a con artist uncle to find a hidden stash of money.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minJan 11, 1972
17. The Unholy AllianceThieves mistake Nichols for a top safecracker and force him into their latest crime.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minJan 18, 1972
18. Slight of HandA con artist talks the townspeople into investing in a gold mine.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minFeb 1, 1972
19. Wings of an AngelNichols and a daredevil pilot search for killers.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minFeb 8, 1972
20. About Jessie JamesNichols sets out to catch Jesse James and collect the reward.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minFeb 15, 1972
21. Fight of the CenturyNichols is forced into the ring with a professional boxer.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minFeb 22, 1972
22. Man's Best EnemyAn accused killer escapes when Nichols is distracted by a barking dog.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minFeb 29, 1972
23. Wonder Fizz Flies AgainNichols and his pilot friend team up once more, this time to rescue a kidnapped girl.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minMar 7, 1972
24. All in the FamilyWhen Nichols is killed, his identical brother comes to town to avenge his murder.TV-PGCC1 h 0 minMar 14, 1972
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Nichols is an American Western television series starring James Garner broadcast in the United States on NBC during the 1971-72 season. Set the fictional town of Nichols, Arizona, in 1914, Nichols differed from traditional Western series of the era. The main character, a sheriff, rode on a motorcycle and in an automobile rather than on the traditional horse. The hero did not carry a firearm and was generally opposed to the use of violence to solve problems, preferring other means. Margot Kidder portrayed Ruth, the love interest/barmaid of Nichols.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Frank Pierson
- Studio
- Warner Bros. Television, Cherokee Productions
Maturity rating
TV-PGCheck the rating before watching with younger viewers.
Audio languages
English
