Hec Ramsey
Hec Ramsey

Hec Ramsey

1974TV ShowEnded2 SeasonsEnglish

Hec Ramsey is a television Western, a production of Jack Webb's production company, Mark VII Limited, in association with Universal Studios, broadcast in the United States by NBC as part of the NBC Mystery Movie wheel show during the 1972-73 and 1973-74 seasons.

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Jack WebbGenres: Western, Mystery, Crime

Plot Summary

Hec Ramsey is a former Old West gunfighter who, after being shot and nearly killed, decides to put away his guns and become a justice of the peace. Relocating to the small town of Oklahoma, Ramsey uses his unique skills and vast knowledge of the criminal underworld to solve crimes and maintain order. He often butts heads with the local sheriff and deputy, who are less experienced and sometimes suspicious of his methods. Despite his desire for a peaceful life, Ramsey's past and his sharp intellect make him an invaluable, albeit unconventional, lawman.

Critical Reception

Hec Ramsey was a popular television series known for its blend of Western action and mystery elements. Starring Richard Boone, the show was generally well-received by audiences for its compelling storylines and Boone's strong performance. While not a critical darling, it was seen as a solid entry in the television Western genre during its run.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its mature take on the Western genre.
  • Praised Richard Boone's performance as the aging gunfighter turned lawman.
  • Seen as a good, if not groundbreaking, crime procedural with a Western setting.

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Fun Fact

Hec Ramsey was a spin-off of the popular anthology series 'NBC Mystery Movie', which featured rotating rotating rotating television films and series.

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ed wardian

ed wardian

Great western show, too bad it was short lived. The lead character Hec Ramsey used a primitive form of forensic science to solve crimes.