Bonanza is a beloved TV series that captivated audiences for an impressive 14 seasons, airing on NBC from 1959 to 1973, and Dan Blocker, who brought Hoss Cartright to life, was a fan favorite. Running for a total of 431 episodes, Bonanza was set in the 1860s and centered on the wealthy Cartwright family, who resided near Virginia City, Nevada, bordering Lake Tahoe. The original cast featured Lorne Greene, Pernell Roberts, Dan Blocker and Michael Landon.