“The Rifleman”: Things You Didn’t Know About The Classic Western Show

Published on 07/23/2019
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Glenn Strange

Glenn Strange appeared in six episodes of the show, where he played the stagecoach driver. The actor is 6’5” tall and was a staple in the horror and Western genres. We are sure you have seen him in other films and shows if you are a fan of those genres!

Glenn Strange

Glenn Strange

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Jack Kruschen

Meanwhile, Jack Kruschen portrayed the doctor in two episodes on the show. He played Clyde Bailey as well. This Canadian star started out in theater before moving to onscreen projects. He had been in show business for more than five decades, but he was mostly cast as a villain.

Jack Kruschen

Jack Kruschen

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