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5.5/10 TV Theme music composer Igor Stravinsky First episode date 5 November 1955 Network Broadcast syndication Number of episodes 78 | 7.2/10 IMDb Genre Medical drama Country of origin United States Final episode date 1 November 1957 Number of seasons 2 Cast John Howard, Jack Kelly | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Directed by Peter Godfrey
Harry R. Sherman Starring John Howard
Jack Kelly
Olive Blakeney
Cheryl Callaway
Frances Mercer Opening theme Infernal Dance from "The Firebird" Similar Monday Mornings, 3 lbs, University Hospital, Medic, Pure Genius | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Dr. Hudson's Secret Journal is an American medical drama which aired in syndication from 1955 to 1957. It was based on the book of the same name by Lloyd C. Douglas, that was a prequel to his Magnificent Obsession. A total of 78 episodes were produced.
In 1955 a nationwide competition was held in TV Guide to find a young actor to play Dr. Hudson's protégé, Tim Watson, for several episodes. those entering had to submit a photo and recording in which they read emotional dialogue. The winner was a young actor named Joe Walker.
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