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The Millionaire

The 1950s TV series features a wealthy individual who donates $1 million to strangers, indulging in his generosity without knowing them.

John Beresford Tipton, a multi-billionaire, gives away $1 million each week to strangers, with the condition that they never reveal the source of the money. His assistant, Michael Anthony, delivers the checks and collects signed agreements from the recipients. The show explores the transformative impact of this sudden wealth on the lives of the chosen individuals.

Episodes:

Episode 1 The Amy Moore Story

1. The Amy Moore Story

Aired: Jan 18, 1955

Harried store salesperson and widow Amy Moore greets her check as a means to ...

Episode 2 The Carl Nelson Story

2. The Carl Nelson Story

Aired: Jan 25, 1955

Carl Nelson becomes obsessed with money, which jeopardizes his relationships.

Episode 3 The Joe Iris Story

3. The Joe Iris Story

Aired: Feb 1, 1955

When he spends some of his million, low level criminal and ex-convict Joe Iri...

Episode 4 The Dan Mulcahy Story

4. The Dan Mulcahy Story

Aired: Feb 8, 1955

Dan Mulcahy's regrets that his wife has convinced him to hire a lifestyle con...

Episode 5 The Emily Short Story

5. The Emily Short Story

Aired: Feb 15, 1955

On the flight over to Paris, Emily meets and falls for Mark Ryan. She doesn't...

Episode 11 The Ken Fowler Story

11. The Ken Fowler Story

Aired: Mar 29, 1955

A couple, who live clandestinely to protect custody of a child adopted outsid...

Main Cast

Appearances

Info about The Millionaire

Seasons: 6

Current Status: Ended

Network: CBS

Production Country: United States

Genres:Drama