Classic TV Cowboys
1 / 15Western TV heroes and their shows
15 quick questionsNo sign-upFree to playTap an answer below to begin ↓
Which actor played Marshal Matt Dillon on 'Gunsmoke,' the longest-running primetime live-action series in TV history?
About Classic TV Cowboys
Western TV heroes and their shows Classic TV Cowboys packs 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty into a relaxed session of roughly 7 minutes — no sign-up, no timer pressure. An explanation appears after every answer, and finishing once a day keeps your streak alive.
A few sample questions
1. Which actor played Marshal Matt Dillon on 'Gunsmoke,' the longest-running primetime live-action series in TV history?
Answer: James Arness
2. On 'Bonanza,' what was the name of the Cartwright family's massive ranch near Virginia City, Nevada?
Answer: The Ponderosa
3. Which Western hero, played by Clayton Moore, wore a mask and rode a white horse named Silver?
Answer: The Lone Ranger
4. What was the name of the Lone Ranger's faithful Native American companion?
Answer: Tonto
5. Which singing cowboy, known for his Christmas classic 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,' also had his own TV show?
Answer: Gene Autry
Frequently asked questions
Can I print Classic TV Cowboys?
Yes — use the Print button at the top of the page for a clean question sheet, or "Print with Answers" to make an answer key. Printed sheets work well for group play at home, in a classroom, or at a senior center.
Will I lose my progress if I close the page?
Your overall progress — XP, streaks, and badges — is saved in your browser automatically. A quiz that's underway restarts if you leave mid-game, but at about 7 minutes, Classic TV Cowboys fits comfortably in one sitting.
How many questions are in Classic TV Cowboys?
Classic TV Cowboys has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
Is Classic TV Cowboys free to play?
Yes. The entire SeniorBrainGames catalog — including Classic TV Cowboys — is free, with no sign-up required, no time limits, and no ads on top of the game. It also works offline once the page has loaded once.
Explore related topics
More Nostalgia Trivia
Classic Cap Guns & Cowboy Toys
Remember the smell of cap gun smoke and the thrill of playing cowboys? Test your knowledge of these classic childhood toys!
Classic TV Westerns of the 50s & 60s
Dust off your cowboy boots and test your memory on the great western shows of the golden age of television!
Classic Game Show Hosts
Famous TV game show hosts and their shows
Classic TV Addresses & Locations
Every classic show had a memorable setting. Can you match these famous fictional addresses and locations to their shows?
Classic TV Sponsors & Ads
In the early days of TV, shows were often named after their sponsors. How well do you remember the commercial side of classic television?
Try Memory Games
Saddle Up: Classic TV Westerns Quiz
Ride back to the golden age of television with questions about the cowboys, marshals, and outlaws who ruled the small screen from the 1950s through the 1970s.
Try Memory Games
What's the Slogan? Famous Ad Taglines Quiz
From catchy jingles to unforgettable one-liners, see how many of America's most iconic advertising slogans you can match to their brand — these classics from the 1950s through the 1990s are burned into the memory of anyone who watched television during those golden decades.
Free printables
Printable Riddles
Riddle sheets to puzzle over on paper — answers included.