12 O'Clock High

12 O'Clock High (1964-1967)

EndedScripted showDrama, Adventure, War

Based on the 1949 film of the same title, 12 O'Clock High follows the high-flying adventures of the 918th Heavy Bombardment Group in World War II from 1942 to 1944 who were stationed at Archbury Field, England (a fictitious air base).

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Scheduleevery Friday at 21:30 (60 min)

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S03E17The Hunters and the Killersjanv. 13, 1967
S03E16A Long Time Deadjanv. 6, 1967
S03E15Graveyarddéc. 30, 1966
S03E14Duel at Mont Sainte Mariedéc. 23, 1966
S03E13Six Feet Underdéc. 16, 1966
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did '12 O'Clock High' premiere?

'12 O'Clock High' premiered on September 18, 1964.

Who was the creator of '12 O'Clock High'?

'12 O'Clock High' was created by Sy Bartlett and Beirne Lay Jr.

What was the genre of '12 O'Clock High'?

'12 O'Clock High' was a drama series set during World War II.

Which network aired '12 O'Clock High'?

'12 O'Clock High' aired on ABC.

Who played the lead role in '12 O'Clock High'?

Robert Lansing portrayed the lead character, Brigadier General Frank Savage.

What was the premise of '12 O'Clock High'?

'12 O'Clock High' followed the missions of the 918th Bombardment Group of the U.S. Eighth Air Force during World War II.

Where was '12 O'Clock High' set?

The series was primarily set at Archbury Airfield, an airbase in England.

Who was the executive producer of '12 O'Clock High'?

Quinn Martin served as the executive producer of '12 O'Clock High'.

How many episodes were there in the first season of '12 O'Clock High'?

The first season of '12 O'Clock High' consisted of 32 episodes.

Who composed the theme music for '12 O'Clock High'?

Dominic Frontiere composed the theme music for '12 O'Clock High'.

Did '12 O'Clock High' receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, '12 O'Clock High' received several Emmy nominations, including Outstanding Dramatic Series and Outstanding Writing Achievement in Drama.

Which other actors were part of the main cast of '12 O'Clock High'?

Some of the main cast members of '12 O'Clock High' included Paul Burke, Chris Robinson, and Frank Overton.

Was '12 O'Clock High' based on a book or a movie?

Yes, '12 O'Clock High' was based on the 1949 film of the same name, which was in turn inspired by the non-fiction book by Sy Bartlett and Beirne Lay Jr.

Did '12 O'Clock High' have any notable guest stars?

Yes, '12 O'Clock High' featured guest appearances by actors such as Charles Bronson, Lee Marvin, and James Caan.

How long did '12 O'Clock High' run on television?

'12 O'Clock High' ran for three seasons, from 1964 to 1967.

What was the critical reception of '12 O'Clock High'?

'12 O'Clock High' was generally praised for its realistic portrayal of the challenges faced by bomber crews during World War II.

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  • Twelve O'Clock High
  • Comando Aereo (Colombia)

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