Made McQueen a star; stylish antihero western in a crowded field.
Why it matters
Episode guide
94 episodes across 3 seasons — titles, air dates, and synopses.
At a glance
Bounty hunter Josh Randall tracks fugitives with a distinctive cut-down Winchester carbine and a code of his own. Steve McQueen's underplaying made the show a standout. It was a three-season star factory for a future box-office titan.
Network & studio
- CBS — broadcast network
Why watch now
Watch for the cultural DNA of the 1950s — and the star power that made living rooms feel like red carpets.
Cultural impact
Made McQueen a star; stylish antihero western in a crowded field.
Creators
John Robinson · Four Star Television
Key cast
- Steve McQueen as Josh Randall
Flash facts
- CBS western 1958–1961; starring Steve McQueen as Josh Randall.
- Produced by Four Star Television; known for McQueen's Mare's Leg firearm prop.
- Helped establish McQueen's screen persona before his major film career.
FAQ
What network aired Wanted: Dead or Alive?
Wanted: Dead or Alive is associated with CBS (1958–1961).
Why is Wanted: Dead or Alive in the TV Flash top 100 for the 1950s?
Made McQueen a star; stylish antihero western in a crowded field.
Who are the key names behind Wanted: Dead or Alive?
Creators and principals include John Robinson, Four Star Television.
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