Zane Grey Theater

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CBS

Anthology Series

1956

TVPG

Anthology

Western

An anthology series based on the stories of Zane Grey, with each episode presenting a distinct and often morally complex tale set on the American frontier.

Where to Stream

1956–1961 Anthology Series 5 Seasons147 Episodes

Upcoming TV Airings

The airings below are based on a generic national schedule. Times and dates can vary by TV provider.

Monday, May 6

Warm Day in Heaven

Season 5 • Episode 23

A stranger causes unusual events in Heaven, Ariz.

Monday, May 6

Empty Shell

Season 5 • Episode 24

A gambler is suddenly plagued with self-doubt.

Tuesday, May 7

The Atoner

Season 5 • Episode 25

A religious leader paradoxically proposes a hanging to preserve the community's pacifist values.

Tuesday, May 7

Man From Everywhere

Season 5 • Episode 26

A man is taunted into taking a job escorting a gambler to stand trial.

Wednesday, May 8

The Release

Season 5 • Episode 27

An imprisoned gunfighter is offered freedom for fighting outlaws.

Wednesday, May 8

Storm Over Eden

Season 5 • Episode 28

A killing and a father's desire for revenge ruins a love affair.

Thursday, May 9

Image of a Drawn Sword

Season 5 • Episode 29

Lt. Sam Kenyon tries to tame a rebellious town.

Thursday, May 9

Jericho

Season 5 • Episode 30

A Federal agent wants to delay the execution of a woman convicted of killing her husband.

Friday, May 10

The Hangin' Tree

Season 1 •

An accused horse thief faces hanging.

Friday, May 10

Fearful Courage

Season 1 • Episode 2

A pioneer widow flees her land as a hired killer approaches.

Monday, May 13

The Long Road Home

Season 1 • Episode 3

A Texan who fought for the Union finds himself outcast.

Monday, May 13

The Unrelenting Sky

Season 1 • Episode 4

A pioneer couple refuses to move when their water supply is threatened.

Tuesday, May 14

The Lariat

Season 1 • Episode 5

A rope trick ends in strangling.

Tuesday, May 14

Death Watch

Season 1 • Episode 6

Indians trap a handful of men in an adobe ruin.

Wednesday, May 15

Stage for Tucson

Season 1 • Episode 7

A bank robber may be traveling on a westbound stage.

Wednesday, May 15

Quiet Sunday in San Ardo

Season 1 • Episode 8

A man's refusal to become a lawman is viewed as cowardice.

Thursday, May 16

Vengeance Canyon

Season 1 • Episode 9

An old man tempers a youth's desire for vengeance.

Thursday, May 16

Return to Nowhere

Season 1 • Episode 10

An outlaw returns home to find his wife married to a marshal.

Friday, May 17

Courage Is a Gun

Season 1 • Episode 11

A sheriff tries to rehabilitate a young outlaw.

Friday, May 17

Muletown Gold Strike

Season 1 • Episode 12

A boy restores an embittered rebel's faith in humanity.

Monday, May 20

Star Over Texas

Season 1 • Episode 13

A love triangle and Indian raids endanger a marriage.

Monday, May 20

No Man Living

Season 1 • Episode 15

A sheriff turns in his badge to pursue a desperado.

Tuesday, May 21

Time of Decision

Season 1 • Episode 16

An attorney faces an ethical dilemma when defending a seemingly innocent man.

Tuesday, May 21

Backtrail

Season 1 • Episode 18

An anthology series based on the novels of Zane Grey.

Wednesday, May 22

Dangerous Orders

Season 1 • Episode 19

A Southerner serving in the Union army has his loyalty questioned.

Wednesday, May 22

Village of Fear

Season 1 • Episode 21

A peddler outwits a gang of killers.