Nichols (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Series · ★ 6.3
Released in 1971, Nichols is a western series.
What it’s about. Nichols is an American Western television series starring James Garner broadcast in the United States on NBC during the 1971-72 season. Set the fictional town of Nichols, Arizona, in 1914, Nichols differed from traditional Western series of the era. The main character, a sheriff, rode on a motorcycle and in an automobile rather than on the traditional horse. The hero did not carry a firearm and was generally opposed to the use of violence to solve problems, preferring other means. Margot Kidder portrayed Ruth, the love interest/barmaid of Nichols.
Who’s in it. Nichols stars Margot Kidder as Ruth, James Garner as Sheriff Frank Nichols, John Beck as Ketcham and Stuart Margolin as Deputy Sheriff Mitch Mitchell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Nichols has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nichols page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nichols tend to enjoy The Mandalorian, Cowboy Bebop, Dutton Ranch and Yellowstone.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nichols (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nichols change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Nichols worth watching?
- Nichols holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Nichols?
- Nichols stars Margot Kidder, James Garner, John Beck, Stuart Margolin and Neva Patterson.
- When was Nichols released?
- Nichols was released in 1971.