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Premiering on NBC in 1984, "Highway to Heaven" would air more than 100 episodes — and entrench itself firmly near the top of the Nielsens — before coming to a close five years later.

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Beloved "Bonanza" and "Little House on the Prairie" star Michael Landon starred in the series, cast as an angel dispatched from heaven to assist and teach moral messages to everyday people. His first assignment, a former police officer played by Victor French, would become his partner for the rest of the series, as they travelled across the country on their mission from God.

In addition to starring in the lead role, Landon created the series for NBC, worked as one of its primary writers, and directed the majority of the episodes.

French also directed multiple installments, all part of a lifelong friendship. The duo had a long history, having previously starred together on "Bonanza" and "Little House," both TV classics.

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