Lawman (1958): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1958, Lawman is a western series.

What it’s about. Lawman is an American western television series originally telecast on ABC from 1958 to 1962 starring John Russell as Marshal Dan Troop and featuring Peter Brown as Deputy Marshal Johnny McKay. The series was set in Laramie, Wyoming during 1879 and the 1880s. Warner Bros. already had several western series on the air at the time, having launched Cheyenne with Clint Walker as early as 1955. The studio continued the trend in 1957 with the additions of Maverick with James Garner and Jack Kelly, Colt .45 with Wayde Preston, and Sugarfoot with Will Hutchins. One year later, Warner Bros. added Lawman and Bronco with Ty Hardin. Prior to the beginning of production, Russell and Brown and producer Jules Schermer made a pact to maintain the quality of the series so that it would not be seen as "just another western." At the start of season two, Russell and Brown were joined by Peggie Castle as Lily Merrill, the owner of the Birdcage Saloon, and a love interest for Dan.

Who’s in it. Lawman stars John Russell as Marshal Dan Troop, Peter Brown as Deputy Johnny McKay, Peggie Castle as Lily Merrill and Don Beddoe, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Lawman has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lawman page.

If you liked it. Fans of Lawman tend to enjoy The Mandalorian, Cowboy Bebop, Dutton Ranch and Yellowstone.