Worth It
In 1957, Connors starred in the hit movie Disney’s Old Yeller. He co-starred with Kevin Corcoran and Tommy kirk in it. The producers like the chemistry among the actors on the show as well as the way Connor spoke to a kid. They knew he was worth it! They increased the offer, which Connors finally accepted.
Worth It
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Fun with the Gun
Arnold Laven said that the rifle on the show was the same one John Wayne used in Western Stagecoach. Allegedly, it was an 1892 .44-40 Winchester rifle. Connors fired 12 shots with it for the opening credits. Who would have thought it was rather out of place?
Fun with the Gun
