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Name: The Adventures of Champion
Genre: Classic, Kids & Family
Released: 1955-09-23
Cast: Barry Curtis

1955
1 Season
7.3 (174)

The Adventures of Champion is a classic American television show that aired from 1955 to 1956. The series starred Barry Curtis, a young and promising actor at the time, as the protagonist, Ricky North. The show, set in the picturesque Wild West of the late 19th century, followed the daily adventures of a young boy and his trusted horse, Champion.

The titular character, Champion, was a beautiful chestnut horse who shared an unbreakable bond with Ricky. The duo embarked on various exhilarating expeditions across the rugged expanse of the Wild West, encountering new challenges at every turn. Together, they explored remote regions, battled villains, and helped those in need, solidifying their place as the quintessential American TV western characters.

The show's plotlines frequently highlighted themes of friendship, loyalty, and courage, bolstering its appeal for a wide range of viewers. Champion played a critical role in the series, appeared alongside Ricky in most episodes, and often stole the show with his intelligence, strength, and unwavering devotion to his friend. As such, he was more than a mere animal actor; he was a full-fledged character and an essential part of the show's appeal.

The show's creators, Gene Autry and his production company, were renowned for their ability to infuse western tales with heart and faith, and The Adventures of Champion was no exception. The show highlighted the enduring bond between a boy and his horse, reminding viewers of the essential power of empathy and compassion.

As Ricky's sidekick, Champion faced various challenges that showcased the horse's intelligence and courage. The show's crew took pains to train the horse and ensure that he would be comfortable in front of the camera. This effort paid off, as the horse's performance was nothing short of remarkable.

Besides its gripping plotlines and well-developed characters, The Adventures of Champion was also renowned for its stunning visuals. The show was shot entirely on location across the vast expanse of the Wild West, providing a spectacular backdrop for the adventures of Ricky and Champion. The scenery, which included majestic mountains, sweeping deserts, and vast plains, magnified the show's authenticity and offered a window into the rugged and beautiful West that viewers could only dream of.

The Adventures of Champion was a beloved show during its run and continues to be an iconic element of American television history. The show's legacy was so significant that it spawned various spin-offs, including comic books and novels, solidifying its place as an essential part of American pop culture.

In conclusion, The Adventures of Champion was a timeless television show that captured the hearts of viewers across generations. Its blend of thrilling adventure, heartwarming friendship, and stunning visuals set the benchmark for other western shows that followed. The show's ability to celebrate the enduring bond between a young boy and his horse ensured its place in the pantheon of iconic American TV shows.

The Adventures of Champion is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (26 episodes). The series first aired on September 23, 1955.

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Seasons

26. Calhoun Rides Again

March 3, 1956

Champ captures an escaping bank robber, but an old friend of Ricky's, tall tale spinner Will Calhoun, takes credit. Sandy advises Will to buy a ranch and settle down. While looking the place over, Will and Ricky discover the stolen money and are captured.

25. The Die-Hards

March 3, 1956

Rebel loses an encounter with a porcupine just as the new doctor is driving past. The doctor is the son of a confederate Civil War general and meets heavy prejudice for his roots.

24. Brand of the Lawless

February 27, 1956

In this sequel to "Hangman's Noose," Trem Holt, now wealthy from oil on his land, is about to marry a fine lady named Belle. Her outlaw brother needs money and abducts her. Ricky and Sandy search for Belle when she is late for her wedding.

23. Return of Red Cloud

February 24, 1956

The local Indian tribe is starving and may go on the warpath. Champ saves the chief's son, Red Cloud, from an ambush. Red Cloud is determined to seek white man's justice against a crooked Indian agent, but he is arrested on a trumped up murder charge.

22. Bad Men of the Valley

February 14, 1956

Champ witnesses a bushwhacking by four outlaws, who rob the bank the next day. The robbers run across Ricky's new neighbor who is a former convict trying to go straight. He teams up with Champ and Ricky to capture the culprits.

21. Andrew and the Deadly Double

February 13, 1956

Ricky's friend, Mary Jane, expects the uncle she has never seen to take custody of her, but the man who arrives is a fake put in by a crooked lawyer so he can sell the ranch for cash. Champ, Rebel, Ricky and Sandy rescue the real uncle.

20. Return of Red Cloud

September 23, 1955

Indian medicine man attempts to stir up war.

19. Rails West

January 26, 1956

Gold prospectors pretend they are surveying for a railroad through Wild Horse Canyon to cover their activities. The rail magnate, McNab, is an innocent dupe in the plan. The crooks kidnap Champion so Sandy and Ricky will be sidetracked.

18. Rails West

September 23, 1955

Evil gold prospectors pretend to work for the railroad.

17. Black Kachina

January 10, 1956

An Indian medicine man finds a sacred "kachina" that tells him to war on the white man. The chief advises Sandy to bring in the cavalry, but the army sends a paleontologist instead. Ricky and the professor explore a lost cave to avert war.

16. Johnny Hands up

January 3, 1956

The new marshal saves Ricky from a mountain lion, but appears to be a coward during a bank robbery when his new guns are not loaded. Later he meets with the gang leader because his father had been one of their gunmen.

15. Lost River

September 23, 1955

Ricky and Champion search for secret river during a drought.

14. The Deer Hunters

December 20, 1955

Champ takes Ricky to a trapped fawn, encounters the trappers and is saved by an animal activist. The conflict with the trappers escalates as the railroad refuses to stop buying venison to feed workers. A game preserve may be the answer.

13. The Stone Heart

December 13, 1955

Crooks break a con out of prison against his will and then shoot him when he hides counterfeit printing plates. Ricky finds the injured man, protects him and fetches his sister, but the two outlaws are still after the plates.

12. A Bugle for Ricky

December 6, 1955

A retired cavalry sergeant welcomes home his son, only to be disappointed that he has given up his commission to be a veterinarian. The sergeant must reconcile with his son while bringing bank robbers to justice.

11. King of the Rodeo

November 29, 1955

Two men come to Wild Horse Canyon looking for a new rodeo attraction and capture Champion! Ricky finds him in the rodeo and enters a contest to win "Dynamite" if he can ride him, which he does with ease. The crooks renege and take off again.

10. Hangman's Noose

November 22, 1955

Ricky has an elderly friend, Trem Holt, who loves animals. Crooks discover oil on Holt's land and plot to get rid of him so they can buy the property. When Holt is unjustly accused of murder, a lynch mob forms. Champ and Rebel help to clear their friend.

9. The Outlaw's Secret

November 15, 1955

The stagecoach bringing the new minister to town is robbed. The posse wounds the outlaw leader, who Ricky later finds in a cabin and fetches the preacher to help. The dying man almost confesses that the bank owner stole the money.

8. Challenge of the West

November 8, 1955

Ricky brings a hungry friend home for dinner because Les' father is in prison. Sandy has a large sum of money in his safe that isn't safe very long, when Les' father breaks jail and shows up with a meaner hombre, Duke, who forces Les to steal.

7. Canyon of Wanted Men

November 5, 1955

Champion turns a stampede of his herd set by bad guys trying to label the wild horses trouble so they can step in and sell them. Ricky, Sandy and Rebel size up the con and set out to find proof.

6. Renegade Stallion

October 29, 1955

Two crooks kill a prospector for his gold find and stampede the herd over the body to disguise their crime, but Champ knows the truth. The outlaws try to claim he is a wild killer and have him shot.

5. Lost River

October 22, 1955

When drought devastates the valley, Champion searches desperately for a new source of water to save his herd of wild horses. Meanwhile Ricky and Sandy help a woman keep her ranch from an unscrupulous foreman who uses the drought to buy ranches cheap.

4. The Medicine Man Mystery

October 15, 1955

Ricky visits a medicine show wagon with ventriloquist, Dr. Terwilliger, and his dummy,Wilbur. A jewel thief traveling as an assistant hides loot inside Wilbur and later kidnaps the dummy when he makes a getaway.

3. Salted Ground

October 7, 1955

Ricky saves a young girl, Sally, when her wagon runs away. Sally's gullible father is about to invest in a gold mine, but Ricky runs into two prospectors firing gold dust into rocks. Could they be crooks salting a mine?

2. Crossroad Trail

September 30, 1955

Ricky visits The Colonel for a few days, just when his grandson, Josh, is tempted to commit robbery. Which trail will Josh take at this crossroad in his life? Josh take at this crossroad in his life?

1. The Saddle Tramp

September 23, 1955

Enter Will Calhoun, famous trapper, Indian fighter and teller of tall tales. Ricky believes every tale, but they are mainly talk. Rustlers terrorizing the area force Will into action to save Ricky when Sandy is laid up.

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The Adventures of Champion is available for streaming on the American Pop Classics website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch The Adventures of Champion on demand at Amazon Prime, Amazon and Tubi TV.