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The Defenders

1961–19654 seasons132 episodes45 min

The Defenders is a American series that premiered on CBS in 1961 and ran until 1965. 4 seasons and 132 episodes. Created by Reginald Rose.

CBS logoOriginal networkCBSbroadcast network · 1207 shows on record
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On air 1961–1965: 5 years

Key facts

Network
CBS
Format
Series
Premiere
September 16, 1961
Finale
May 13, 1965
Years on air
5
Seasons
4
Episodes
132
Running time
45 minutes
Genre
Crime, Drama
Language
English
Distributor
CBS Media Ventures

Credits

Created byReginald Rose
MusicLeonard Rosenman

Cast 1 on record

Cast member
E. G. Marshall