description Dallas Overview
Dallas was an American soap opera broadcast by CBS from 1978 to 1991. The series centered on the Ewing family, owners of Ewing Oil and Southfork Ranch, and their complex relationships. J. R.
Ewing’s business dealings were a central element throughout the show's run, with him appearing in every episode.
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Who played J.R. Ewing on Dallas?
Larry Hagman played the iconic oil baron J.R. Ewing on Dallas for the show's entire 1978–1991 run on CBS. Hagman reprised the role in the TNT revival series that debuted in 2012, appearing until his death in November 2012.
What was the 'Who shot J.R.?' storyline on Dallas?
'Who shot J.R.?' was a third-season cliffhanger in which J.R. Ewing was gunned down by an unseen assailant, leaving viewers to wait months for the answer. The reveal episode, titled 'Who Done It,' aired on November 21, 1980, and was watched by an estimated 83 million viewers in the United States.
What years did the original Dallas series air?
The original Dallas series aired on CBS from 1978 to 1991, spanning 14 seasons. A revival series aired on TNT from 2012 to 2014, featuring original cast members alongside a new generation of Ewings.
Where was the Dallas TV show filmed?
The original Dallas series was primarily filmed at the MGM (later Lorimar) studios in California, though exterior establishing shots used the real Southfork Ranch located in Parker, Texas. The actual Southfork Ranch became a major tourist attraction due to the show's worldwide popularity.
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