The White Shadow

The White Shadow is an American drama television series that ran on the CBS network from November 27, 1978, to March 16, 1981. Thematically similar to "Welcome Back Kotter," but more dramatic than comedic, The White Shadow starred Ken Howard as Ken Reeves, a white professional basketball player who retires from the NBA after a severe knee injury that ends his career with the Chicago Bulls. He retires to take a job as head basketball coach at Carv... more

Air date of first episode:

  • Nov 27, 1978

Air date of final episode:

  • Mar 16, 1981

Original episode running time:

  • 1 h

Number of seasons:

  • 3

Number of episodes:

  • 54
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