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The Big Valley
1965·4 Seasons·112 Episodes·★ 6.2
The Big Valley is an American western television series which ran on ABC from September 15, 1965, to May 19, 1969. The show stars Barbara Stanwyck, as the widow of a wealthy nineteenth century California rancher. It was created by A.I. Bezzerides and Louis F. Edelman, and produced by Levy-Gardner-Laven for Four Star Television.
LUXEN Decision Guide
Does this fit your time and taste?
A character-led series where relationships, personal stakes, and the gradual build of a story are central to the experience.
Best fit
Who it is for
Best suited to viewers who prefer character investment over a purely episodic watch.
Commitment
Long-form commitment · 4 seasons
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The series
Seasons
Season 1
30 episodes
1965
Season 2
30 episodes
1966
Season 3
26 episodes
1967
Season 4
26 episodes
1968
Cast
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