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Going My Way(TV series)

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Going My Way
Fred ClarkandGene Kellyin the episode "A Matter of Principle" (1962)
GenreComedy drama
Written byRichard Baer
Mark Weingart
Joe Connelly
Emmet Lavery
Directed byJoseph Pevney
Robert Florey
Alan Crosland, Jr.
Paul Stewart
StarringGene Kelly
Dick York
Leo G. Carroll
Nydia Westman
Theme music composerJack Marshall
Cyril Mockridge
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No.of seasons1
No.of episodes30
Production
ProducerJoe Connelly
Running time60 minutes
Production companiesKerry Productions
Revue Studios
The My Way Company
Original release
NetworkABC
ReleaseOctober 3, 1962(1962-10-03)–
April 24, 1963(1963-04-24)
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Going My Wayis an Americancomedy-dramaseries starring dancer and actorGene Kelly.Based on the 1944film of the same namestarringBing Crosby,the series aired onABCwith new episodes from October 3, 1962, to September 11, 1963.[1][2]The program was Kelly's first and only attempt at a weeklytelevision series.[3]The series was cancelled after one season of 30 episodes.[citation needed]The program was also broadcast in England, where the trade publicationSponsorreported that it was "a smash in the London market", rated in the top 10 programs there in 1963.[4]

Synopsis

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Kelly stars as Father Chuck O'Malley, aRoman Catholicpriestwho is sent to St. Dominic's Parish located in a lower-class section ofNew York City.Dick Yorkportrays Chuck's boyhood friend Tom Colwell, the director of a secular neighborhood youth center. Also co-starring isLeo G. Carrollas the aging pastor, Father Fitzgibbon.Nydia Westmanis Mrs. Featherstone, thehousekeeperof therectory.[2]Episodes focus on Father O'Malley's attempts to connect with the congregation and his relationship with the elderly Father Fitzgibbon.

Guest stars

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Episode list

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No. Title Directed by Written by Original air date
1"Back to Ballymora"Joseph PevneyStory by : Juanita Vaughn
Teleplay by :Emmet Lavery		October 3, 1962(1962-10-03)

Co-StarringWill Kuluvaas Mr. Remplevich,Russell Collinsas Barney O'Dowd,Robert Emhardtas Joe Feeney.

castNydia Westmanas Mrs. Featherstone,Argentina Brunettias Mrs. Severino, Lauren Gilbert as Dr. Warnake, Jeff Pevney as The Boy.
2"The Crooked Angel"Joseph PevneyWilliam FayOctober 10, 1962(1962-10-10)

Co-StarringRalph Meekeras Jack Slade. castDennis Joelas Eddie Slade,J. Pat O'Malleyas Healy, Edward Holmes as Nolan,Ralph Manzaas Charlie,Celia Lovskyas Mother Gabriel. Herbie Fayeas The Customer, Wally Young as Felix Slade,Frank Sullyas The Golf AttendantandPhyllis Loveas Sister Mary Mathew. andWillard Parkeras Monsignor Joseph Francis Giblin.

Uncredited:Nydia Westman[Mrs. Featherstone]
3"The Parish Car"Joseph PevneyStory by :Joe Connelly
Teleplay by : Mark Weingart andJoe Connelly		October 17, 1962(1962-10-17)

castNydia Westmanas Mrs. Featherstone,Jerome Cowanas Tim Murphy,Virginia Christineas Mrs. Randall,Barry Kelleyas Capt. Donovan,Gary Vinsonas Bruce,Ken Lynchas Lt. Harris,Raymond Baileyas Rudy Blanchard.

Hugh Sandersas Murray Cranston,Peter Leedsas The Policeman,Harry Lauteras Frank,Johnny Eimenas Tim Wheelen, Eddie Hanley as The Clerk,Cy Malisas The Worker, Marian Morley as The Secretary.
4"The Father"Alex MarchStory by :Caryll Houselander
Teleplay by : Mark Weingart andJoe Connelly		October 24, 1962(1962-10-24)

Co-StarringArnold Mossas Mr. Fernandez. castNydia Westmanas Mrs. Featherstone, Miriam Goldina as Aunt Teresa, Doug Lambert as Randy Simpson,Mary Fieldas Sister Agnes. Harry Ellerbe as The Man,Paul Langtonas The Businessman,Kitty Kellyas The Middle - Aged WomanandCliff Nortonas The Taxi Driver. withAngela Dorianas Carmel.

Uncredited:Shep Houghton[bus depot clerk]
5"A Man for Mary"Joseph PevneyStory by :John Fante
Teleplay by :George Tibbles		October 31, 1962(1962-10-31)

Guest StarAnne Francisas Mary Dunne. Co-StarringGeorge Kennedyas Mike Lewis,Robert Straussas Curt Meyers. castNydia Westmanas Mrs. Featherstone,Connie Gilchristas Mrs. Riordan, Chet Stratton as Orville Kelton,John Harmonas Bruno Martin, Raymond Cavaleri as Julius,Andrea Darvias Angela,Judy Strangisas Maria, James Secrest as Stan Walker.

andGerald O'Loughlinas Joe Bianchi.
6"Like My Own Brother"Robert FloreyRichard BaerNovember 7, 1962(1962-11-07)

Co-StarringHarry Morganas Al Everett,Paul Carras Jerry Everett. withNydia Westmanas Mrs. Featherstone,Paula Winsloweas Anne,Melinda Plowmanas Jane,Sam Westonas Jack Marcus, Bob Hopkins as The Policeman, George Spicer as The 1st Boy, Johnny Scoggins as The 2nd Boy, Dan Krohn as The 3rd Boy, Warren White as The 4th Boy. withEddie Brackenas Danny Everett.

The opening credits start without a prologue.
7"Not Good Enough for Mary"Bernard GirardRichard BaerNovember 14, 1962(1962-11-14)

Guest StarJack Wardenas Carl Wiczinski. Co-StarringVirginia Vincentas Mary Cipollaro,Al Ruscioas Jimmy Cipollaro.

castNydia Westmanas Mrs. Featherstone,Angela Clarkeas Mama Cipollaro,Anne Bartonas Lois Cipollaro, Mike Ragan as The Driver.
8"A Matter of Principle"Fielder CookRichard BaerNovember 21, 1962(1962-11-21)

Co-StarringFred Clarkas John Murphy. CastPeter Helm as Frank Murphy,Nydia Westmanas Mrs. Featherstone, Chris Warfield as Doctor Thornton,Simon Scottas Larry Raymond,George Furthas Lester,Kip Kingas Joey. Jerry Ziesmeras Fred,Charla Dohertyas Harriet Hall, Jesse Kirkpatrick as Heath,Brad Morrowas Robert Stern, Scott Wells as Milton BlumenthalandVirginia Greggas Margaret Murphy.

The end credits appear over a freeze frame image of the church's interior staircase, rather than over the standard filmed courtyard scene.
9"Mr. Second Chance"Allen ReisnerStory by :Robert Hardy Andrews
Teleplay by : Mark Weingart andJoe Connelly		November 28, 1962(1962-11-28)

Co-StarringDan Duryeaas Harold Harrison. castNydia Westmanas Mrs. Featherstone,Dorothy Greenas Mrs. Harrison, Maggie Pierce as Marilyn Harrison,Willis Boucheyas Bill Fleming,Ross Elliottas Ken Hamlin,Steve Terrellas Tony,Frankie Darroas The Elevator Operator.

Uncredited:Bess Flowers,Ted Mapes[wedding guests]
10"Ask Me No Questions"Robert FloreyMark Weingart andJoe ConnellyDecember 5, 1962(1962-12-05)

andNydia Westmanas Mrs. Featherstone. Co-StarringKevin McCarthyas Ray Corbin. Joanne Linvilleas Nora Corbin.

withRoger Mobleyas Michael Corbin,Mary Fieldas Sister Agnes,Nestor Paivaas Mr. Osborne, Allan Ray as The Man, Ralph Montgomery as The Postman, Jimmy Joyce as The Cab Driver.
11"Keep an Eye on Santa Claus"UnknownUnknownDecember 12, 1962(1962-12-12)
12"A Dog for Father Fitz"UnknownUnknownDecember 19, 1962(1962-12-19)
13"A Saint for Mama"UnknownUnknownDecember 26, 1962(1962-12-26)
14"Tell Me When You Get to Heaven"UnknownUnknownJanuary 2, 1963(1963-01-02)
15"My Son the Social Worker"UnknownUnknownJanuary 9, 1963(1963-01-09)
16"My Memorial for Finnegan"UnknownUnknownJanuary 16, 1963(1963-01-16)
17"Don't Forget to Say Goodbye"UnknownUnknownJanuary 23, 1963(1963-01-23)
18"The Shoemaker's Child"UnknownUnknownJanuary 30, 1963(1963-01-30)
19"The Slasher"UnknownUnknownFebruary 6, 1963(1963-02-06)
20"One Small Unhappy Family"UnknownUnknownFebruary 13, 1963(1963-02-13)
21"Has Anybody Here Seen Eddie?"UnknownUnknownFebruary 20, 1963(1963-02-20)
22"Blessed Are the Meek"UnknownUnknownFebruary 27, 1963(1963-02-27)
23"Cornelius, Come Home"UnknownUnknownMarch 6, 1963(1963-03-06)
24"The Boss of the Ward"UnknownUnknownMarch 13, 1963(1963-03-13)
25"Run, Robin, Run"UnknownUnknownMarch 20, 1963(1963-03-20)
26"The Reformation of Willie Henratty"UnknownUnknownMarch 27, 1963(1963-03-27)
27"Custody of the Child"UnknownUnknownApril 3, 1963(1963-04-03)
28"Florence, Come Home"UnknownUnknownApril 10, 1963(1963-04-10)
29"Hear No Evil"Joseph PevneyRichard BaerApril 17, 1963(1963-04-17)
30"A Tough Act to Follow"UnknownUnknownApril 24, 1963(1963-04-24)

Production

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Going My Waywas broadcast on Wednesdays from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. Eastern Time.[2]Its competition includedThe Many Loves of Dobie Gillis,The Beverly Hillbillies,The Virginian,andKraft Television Theatre.Joe Connellywas the producer. Directors includedJoseph Pevney[6]andFielder Cook.Writers included Arnold Bernstein[5]andEmmet Laverywas the writer.[6]

The series was produced byRevue Studios,[7]as parent companyMCAowned the rights to the original film through its subsidiary,EMKA, Ltd.,which in 1957 boughtGoing My Wayand many other pre-1950 sound feature films fromParamount Pictures.[citation needed]

John H. Breck, Inc. sponsored the program, promoting itsBreck Shampoos.The company had sponsored some specials in previous seasons, but this was its first sponsorship of a series. The $3.2 million that it spent for 50 weeks was double what the company had spent on TV advertising in any previous year, and it matched the most that the company had spent on both TV and print advertising in any previous year. The company hoped "to attract families, with large shares of women."[8]

Critical response

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A review in the trade publicationVarietysaid that the show had potential based on its family-show appeal and the co-stars, but it acknowledged the strength of competition on other networks. Kelly and Carroll were said to be well-cast, but the plot was described as thin.[9]

Home media

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On December 6, 2011,Timeless Media GroupreleasedGoing My Way: The Complete Serieson DVD in Region 1.[10]

References

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  1. ^McNeil, Alex (1996).Total Television: the Comprehensive Guide to Programming from 1948 to the Present(4th ed.). New York, New York: Penguin Books USA, Inc. p. 331.ISBN0-14-02-4916-8.
  2. ^abcBrooks, Tim; Marsh, Earle (1999).The Complete Directory to Prime Time Network and Cable TV Shows 1946-Present(7th ed.). New York: The Ballentine Publishing Group. p. 393.ISBN0-345-42923-0.
  3. ^Levy, Claudia."Song-and-Dance Man Gene Kelly Dies; Breezy, Athletic Style Graced Film Musicals of '40s and '50s",The Washington Post,February 3, 1996. Accessed November 2, 2008. "He won an Emmy in 1967 for his television production ofJack and the Beanstalkand appeared often on television, starring in one short-lived 1962 series,Going My Way,based on the Bing Crosby movie. "
  4. ^"Top drawer".Sponsor.March 18, 1963. p. 58.RetrievedJuly 29,2024.
  5. ^abDeane, Pamala S. (October 1, 2014).James Edwards: African American Hollywood Icon.McFarland. p. 199.ISBN978-0-7864-5816-5.RetrievedJuly 29,2024.
  6. ^abHyatt, Wesley (October 6, 2015).Short-Lived Television Series, 1948-1978: Thirty Years of More Than 1,000 Flops.McFarland. p. 129.ISBN978-1-4766-0515-9.RetrievedJuly 29,2024.
  7. ^"This Week - Network Debuts".Ross Reports.October 1, 1962. p. 94.RetrievedJuly 29,2024.
  8. ^"A Breck switch: tv surpasses print".Sponsor.October 22, 1962. pp. 34–37.RetrievedJuly 29,2024.
  9. ^"Going My Way".Variety.October 10, 1962. p. 32.RetrievedFebruary 23,2024.
  10. ^"Going My Way - the Complete Series - 30 Episodes!".Amazon.6 December 2011.
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