Pioneers of Television

Leonard Nimoy On "Gunsmoke"

Clip | 1m 55s

Leonard Nimoy appeared as a guest star on numerous TV series before landing the role of Spock on "Star Trek." Here, he describes a role as an Indian on the Western series "Gunsmoke."

Aired: 01/03/11 | Rating: NR

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