TV series
The Gallant Men is a 1962–1963 ABC television series which depicted an infantry company of American soldiers fighting their way through Italy in World War II.
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The Gallant Men premiered October 5, 1962. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
The Gallant Men is a 1962–1963 ABC television series which depicted an infantry company of American soldiers fighting their way through Italy in World War II.
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Episode 1
Landing with the invasion forces at Salerno, Italy, in 1943, Conley Wright joins an infantry unit commanded by Capt. Jim Benedict. The young officer is still unsure of himself, and his ability as a combat leader is severely tested by his first assignment—the taking of San Pietro, whose heavy defenses have repelled tank battalions.
Directed by Robert AltmanGuest stars William Windom, Bill Quinn
Episode 2
The company moves into Nieto for a ""mopping-up operation"". They are then ordered to hold this strategic town against a German advance. The first platoon gets a new replacement, Henry Draper, a crack shot with a rifle. While in Nieto, they get a cold reception from the town's matriarch.
Directed by Richard C. SarafianGuest stars Peter Breck, Iphigenie Castiglioni
Episode 3
Captain Benedict is not happy when he sees that his new sergeant is his younger brother Griff Benedict. The captain is faced with the dilemma of whether or not he can trust him to lead a platoon in battle. At the same time, he has to deal with some personal issues between him and his brother.
Directed by Charles R. RondeauGuest stars John A. Alonzo, Tom Gilson, Robert Conrad
Episode 4
Directed by Richard C. SarafianGuest stars Frank De Kova
Episode 5
Directed by Richard C. SarafianWritten by Montgomery PittmanGuest stars John Dehner
Episode 6
Directed by Charles R. RondeauWritten by Jerry DavisGuest stars John van Dreelen, Dennis Cross, Marianna Hill
Episode 7
Directed by Richard C. SarafianGuest stars Eric Braeden, Tom Gilson
Episode 8
Directed by Charles R. RondeauGuest stars Ralph Manza, Rita Lynn
Episode 9
When the company arrives in a quiet village recently evacuated by the Germans, they are not welcomed by the town's inhabitants. Things become more complicated when they learn that a few Germans stayed behind in the village and are holding the village's children hostage. Captain Benedict must decide whether to gamble the lives of the children.
Directed by Richard C. SarafianWritten by Stephen LordGuest stars Malachi Throne
Episode 10
Directed by Richard C. SarafianWritten by Berne GilerGuest stars John Karlen, Rodolfo Acosta, Eduardo Ciannelli, Mala Powers
Episode 11
Lucavich saves a boy's life when he is caught stealing food. The boy becomes attached to Lucavich and refuses to leave Lucavich until he is accused of stealing again, from Lucavich. Things are complicated when the boy runs into the German Lines.
Directed by Charles R. RondeauWritten by Herman GrovesGuest stars Renzo Cesana
Episode 12
D'Angelo falls in love while on leave and gets involved with battle area racketeers. Things are complicated when an old acquaintance joins the company.
Directed by Robert TottenGuest stars Terry Becker, Larry D. Mann, Del Monroe
Episode 14
Directed by Charles R. RondeauGuest stars Laura Devon
Episode 15
Lucavich and Hanson find a stray dog, while German soldiers attempt to infiltrate the American lines. Also, Captain Benedict meets a beautiful Countess that may be working for the other side.
Directed by Charles R. RondeauGuest stars Guy Stockwell, Dianne Foster
Episode 16
Guest stars Peter Brown, George Murdock
Episode 17
Directed by Charles R. RondeauGuest stars Philip Carey, George Murdock
Episode 18
Guest stars Victoria Vetri, Al Lettieri, Stanley Adams, Doris Dowling
Episode 19
Guest stars George Gaynes, Albert Paulsen, Tommy Farrell, Vito Scotti
Episode 20
Directed by Richard C. SarafianGuest stars James Best, Adam Williams, James Doohan, Med Flory
Episode 21
Guest stars George Takei, Mako, Poncie Ponce
Episode 22
Directed by Richard L. BareGuest stars Ed Gilbert, Sheldon Allman, Booth Colman, Kevin Hagen
Episode 23
Captain Benedict gets a look at another side of the war after being wounded in combat. When he meets a beautiful Captain working with the Allied Military Government, he is faced with a difficult choice: Transfer to work with the Allied Military Government or return to his Company!
Guest stars DeForest Kelley, Julie Adams, Harlan Warde
Episode 24
Directed by Charles R. RondeauGuest stars John A. Alonzo, Jean Del Val, Ed Nelson
Episode 25
Directed by Charles R. RondeauGuest stars Dorothy Provine, Don Matheson, George O'Hanlon, Francine York
Episode 26
Directed by Charles R. RondeauWritten by Herman GrovesGuest stars Victoria Vetri, Argentina Brunetti, Michael Parks
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