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What movie and television projects has James Arness been in?

James Arness was a prolific actor, best known for his role as Marshal Matt Dillon in the long-running television series "Gunsmoke". Here are some of his most notable projects:

Television:

* Gunsmoke (1955-1975): This iconic Western series cemented Arness's place in television history as the stoic and righteous Marshal Dillon. He starred in all 20 seasons, making it one of the longest-running television shows in history.

* The Thing (1958): This sci-fi horror film marked a departure from Arness's Western persona. He played the monstrous alien creature, with only his towering height and a distinctive voice recognizable through the prosthetic makeup.

* The Big Valley (1965-1969): After "Gunsmoke" concluded, Arness starred in this Western series as Jarrod Barkley, the patriarch of a family living in California's San Joaquin Valley.

* How the West Was Won (1977-1979): Arness reprised his role as "Matt Dillon" in this miniseries, which depicted the westward expansion of the United States.

Films:

* The Thing That Couldn't Die (1958): Another horror film, with Arness playing a doctor who is resurrected by an evil scientist.

* The Alamo (1960): Arness starred as Davy Crockett in this epic historical drama, alongside John Wayne as William Barret Travis.

* The Gunfighters (1960): This Western film features Arness as a gunfighter forced to confront his past.

* The Red Badge of Courage (1951): An early film for Arness, where he played Henry Fleming, a young Union soldier during the Civil War.

Other notable projects:

* "The Virginian" (1962-1971): Arness guest-starred in multiple episodes of this popular Western series.

* "The Cowboys" (1972): A Western film that showcased Arness's rugged charm and acting ability.

This is a partial list, and James Arness appeared in many other films and television shows throughout his career. He remains an iconic figure in Western cinema and television.

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