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Nichols (1971)

6.3 1 season 24 episodes Ended

Western

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.

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Seasons & episodes

NicholsSep 16, 1971 · 1h 0m

A retired soldier tired of guns returns to his family homestead in Arizona only to be forced to assume the position of local sheriff.

The SiegeSep 23, 1971 · 1h 0m

A bandit gang rides in from Mexico in search of a dentist for its leader.

The Indian GiverSep 30, 1971 · 1h 0m

An Indian claims the Ketchams' land.

Paper BadgeOct 7, 1971 · 1h 0m

Nichols welcomes a would-be actress to town, while Ketcham is infuriated by a booksmart lawman.

Gulley vs HansenOct 14, 1971 · 1h 0m

Two aging gunfighters are pressured into a final showdown.

Deer CrossingOct 21, 1971 · 1h 0m

Ketcham angers the Apaches when he tries to force a brave to end his hunt for a prize buck.

The SpecialistsOct 28, 1971 · 1h 0m

Nichols and Ketcham hire second-rate mercenaries for an attack on an outlaw stronghold.

Peanuts and CrackerjacksNov 4, 1971 · 1h 0m

A baseball game between a visiting Army team and the town's team becomes a betting event.

Ketcham PowerNov 11, 1971 · 1h 0m

Ketcham is made a deputy and promptly abuses his authority.

BerthaNov 18, 1971 · 1h 0m

After twenty years in a school back east Bertha's daughter is coming to town. Bertha plans to close down and become "respectable" during he…

The One Eyed Mule's Time Has ComeNov 23, 1971 · 1h 0m

An earthquake traps Nichols in a cellar with an Army vet and his mule while looters rampage around them.

Away the Rolling RiverNov 30, 1971 · 1h 0m

An old bandit has his eye on one last prize: a money train.

Where Did Everybody Go?Dec 7, 1971 · 1h 0m

A jealous boyfriend and his hulking brothers are after Nichols when he flirts with a temptress.

The Marrying FoolDec 28, 1971 · 1h 0m

A man comes to town looking to kill Ruth's fiance, who hasn't told her everything about his past.

Eddie JoeJan 4, 1972 · 1h 0m

A black fugitive hits town with a vengeful former cellmate close behind.

ZachariahJan 11, 1972 · 1h 0m

Nichols races a con artist uncle to find a hidden stash of money.

The Unholy AllianceJan 18, 1972 · 1h 0m

Thieves mistake Nichols for a top safecracker and force him into their latest crime.

Slight of HandFeb 1, 1972 · 1h 0m

A con artist talks the townspeople into investing in a gold mine.

Wings of an AngelFeb 8, 1972 · 1h 0m

Nichols and a daredevil pilot search for killers.

About Jessie JamesFeb 15, 1972 · 1h 0m

Nichols sets out to catch Jesse James and collect the reward.

Fight of the CenturyFeb 22, 1972 · 1h 0m

Nichols is forced into the ring with a professional boxer.

Man's Best EnemyFeb 29, 1972 · 1h 0m

An accused killer escapes when Nichols is distracted by a barking dog.

Wonder Fizz Flies AgainMar 7, 1972 · 1h 0m

Nichols and his pilot friend team up once more, this time to rescue a kidnapped girl.

All in the FamilyMar 14, 1972 · 1h 0m

When Nichols is killed, his identical brother comes to town to avenge his murder.

Cast

Margot KidderRuth

James GarnerSheriff Frank Nichols

John BeckKetcham

Stuart MargolinDeputy Sheriff Mitch Mitchell

Neva PattersonSara "Ma" Ketcham