Coronet Blue
Coronet Blue is an American TV series that ran on CBS from May 29, 1967, to September 4, 1967. It starred Frank Converse as Michael Alden, an amnesiac in search of his identity, with Brian Bedford his co-star. The show's 13 episodes were filmed in 1965 and were originally intended to be shown during the 1965-66 television season, but CBS put the show on hiatus when they reversed an earlier decision to cancel the drama Slattery's People. The network had plans to show Coronet Blue the following year, with CBS head of programming Michael Dann saying that, "there still is enormous enthusiasm" for it, but it would take another full year until the network aired it as a summer replacement. It proved moderately popular and developed a cult following. According to Converse, CBS wanted to renew it but by then Converse had signed to do another series for ABC, N.Y.P.D., which premiered the day after the last airing of Coronet Blue. Due to a number of pre-emptions, only 11 of the 13 episodes were shown during the initial run. The theme song was performed by R&B singer Lenny Welch.
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Plot Summary
A young amnesiac man, known only as "Coronet Blue," wanders the country trying to uncover his identity. He is pursued by mysterious figures and encounters various individuals who may or may not hold clues to his past. Each episode sees him in a new town, with a new potential lead, navigating dangerous situations as he seeks to piece together his fractured memories.
Critical Reception
Coronet Blue was a critically acclaimed mystery series praised for its atmospheric storytelling, compelling central performance, and unique premise. While it garnered significant attention upon its release, its run was relatively short-lived. It is remembered for its intriguing blend of suspense and character study.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its unique and suspenseful premise.
- The central mystery of the protagonist's identity kept viewers engaged.
- Noted for its strong, brooding atmosphere.
Google audience: Audience reception information is limited due to the show's age, but contemporary reviews highlighted its compelling mystery and atmospheric execution.
Fun Fact
The show's title, "Coronet Blue," was derived from the name of a fictional brand of cigarettes that the protagonist was seen smoking in the pilot episode.
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