"The Tenderfoot" | |
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The Wonderful World of Disney episode | |
Screen shot of opening sequence of The Tenderfoot
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Episode no. | Season 11 Episode 4, 5 and 6 |
Directed by |
Robert L. Friend Part I Byron Paul Part II, Part III |
Written by | Maurice Tombragel |
Produced by |
Walt Disney Ron W. Miller |
Featured music | Joseph E. Romero |
Cinematography by | John L. Russell |
Editing by | Edward W. Williams |
Production code | 11.4, 11.5, and 11.6 |
Original air date | October 18, 1964 Part I |
Running time | 60 min. ea. |
Guest appearance(s) | |
Brandon deWilde
Brian Keith
James Whitmore
Richard Long
James Daly
Nehemiah Persoff
The Tenderfoot is a three-part live action television miniseries comedy Western film produced in 1964 for Walt Disney's The Wonderful World of Color. It is based on James H. Tevis' book Arizona in the 50s. It was directed by Robert L. Friend and Byron Paul.
Starring Brandon deWilde of Shane (1953) and Disney veteran Brian Keith (The Parent Trap) in the title roles. It aired in 3 parts over 3 consecutive weeks beginning on Sunday, October 18, 1964. It also starred James Whitmore, Richard Long, James Daly, and Nehemiah Persoff in principal roles.
The Tenderfoot was aimed at teens and featured character actors of the period. Also appearing was 15-year-old Disney regular Roger Mobley. This was typical of past Disney live action TV productions, most notable being The Scarecrow of Romney Marsh (1964).
On-location filming occurred on California's Santa Catalina Island and Channel Islands. Highlights include the roundup of wild mustangs and a climactic horse race.