Even though it ran for a whopping 430 episodes, the iconic Western series Bonanza was nearly cancelled after six episodes due to a number of factors.

The cancellation of the television series “Bonanza” was so abrupt that the production team and costars didn’t have time to put together a final episode. In the Nov. 14, 1972, Los Angeles Times, staff ...

Sixty years ago, “Bonanza” premiered on NBC TV, destined to become one of the most popular western series in television history. Produced for 14 seasons from 1959 to 1972, the show continues to air in ...