Wesley (TV series)

Wesley
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
Production
Running time30 minutes
Original release
NetworkCBS
ReleaseMay 8 (1949-05-08) –
August 30, 1949 (1949-08-30)

Wesley is an early American sitcom that aired live on CBS from May 8, 1949 to August 30, 1949.[1]

Premise

The series centered on 12-year-old Wesley Eggleston, who lived in a small rural community, and his family, including his sister Elizabeth.

Production

Sam Taylor wrote the series, which was initially broadcast on Sundays from 7:30 to 8 p.m. Eastern Time.[2]

Cast

  • Donald Devlin as Wesley Eggleston[2]-May–July
  • Johnny Steward as Wesley Eggleston-July–August
  • Frank Thomas as Mr. Eggleston[2]
  • Mona Thomas as Mrs. Eggleston[2]
  • Joy Reece as Elizabeth Eggleston[2]
  • Joe Sweeney as Grandpa
  • Billie Nevard as Wesley's friend[2]
  • Jack Ayres as Elizabeth's boyfriend[2]

References

  1. ^ Brooks, Tim; Marsh, Earle (2007). The Complete Directory to Prime Time Network and Cable TV Shows 1946–Present (9 ed.). New York: Ballantine Books. p. 1468. ISBN 978-0-345-49773-4. Retrieved February 1, 2026.
  2. ^ a b c d e f g "Radio and Television; 'Studio One,' CBS Video Series, Will Switch to Wednesdays Beginning May 11". The New York Times. April 30, 1949. p. 28. Retrieved November 1, 2024.