ABC's Western Series Ran for 2 Seasons Before a Surprising Decision Cancelled It

You've probably never heard of The Rebel, but it's impact on the industry is undeniable. Released at a time when the Western was one of the most prominent genres in film and television, from John Wayne's various exploits on screen toClint Eastwood's iconic Dollarstrilogy, it focuses on Johnny Yuma (Nick Adams), a former soldier in the Confederate army. Johnny feels lost after the end of the Civil War, and decides to seek inner peace by hunting down criminals across the West. This premise kept The Rebel going for two seasons, but it was cancelled before a third season could be greenlit — and the reasoning might actually surprise you.