The Dukes of Hazzard: The Unofficial Companion

Following in the successful wake of The Beverly Hillbillies and Green Acres, The Dukes of Hazzard debuted in January 1979 and quickly became a staple of CBS-TV's Friday night lineup. With its wild mix of wacky car chases and spectacular vehicle wrecks, bumbling sheriffs, greedy politicians, and its rambunctious lead players (the Duke boys and curvaceous Daisy Duke), it's little wonder the program developed such a strong and loyal viewership.

This is the first book devoted to the genesis and production of the hit program, tracing its 1970s origin through to its recent, highly-rated "reunion" movie on CBS-TV. The author conducted extensive interviews with cast and technical talent to explore this beloved show - revealing for the first time many behind-the-scenes anecdotes about the week-to-week filming of the series.

In this lively and factual presentation of the long-running TV series (1979-85), no trivia point is left unanswered about the amazing clan of Dukes and their colorful nemeses Sheriff Rosco P. Coltrane and Boss Hogg.

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From: Amazon
Posted: Jan-20-2009

An Entertaining Read

"The Unofficial Companion of the Dukes of Hazzard" is packed with facts and stories about the amazing TV series. You'll learn about the real moonshine runners that inspired the series and how the concept of the show was able to get through the negative reactions of the Hollywood crowd. You'll...

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Posted: Feb-27-2008

If you're a Dukes fan,you'll love this book!

As a Dukes fan,I was thrilled when this book came out-it's about as official as you can get for an"unofficial"companion book. If there's anything you've ever wanted to know about the show,the actors,or even the General Lee,you'll find it in this book. I highly recommend it.

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Posted: May-08-2007

Wonderful, detailed book full of little known facts!

This is a great read for any Dukes of Hazzard fan. The author gives a detailed history describing Waldron's inspirations for the show, facts on the personal and acting history of each cast member, as well as an episode by episode discussion of all eight seasons! Even guest stars are discussed....

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Posted: Feb-10-2007

Love this book

I really enjoy this book. It is based on the show. I will enjoy reading it over and over again.

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Posted: Jul-11-2006

dukes of hazzard unofficial companion

A must have for any fan of the dukes of hazzard! Without a doubt all things behind the scenes are here in this book from john and tom's leaving and there return and a lot more. Buy this book!Every episode plus the first reunion movie[sorry second reunion excluded] is in this book. What more can i...

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Posted: Apr-14-2003

I worked on Dukes of Hazzard

I was production coordinator on "Dukes" for the first season andagain for several weeks during otherseasons .. not going to read thebook .. I am sure it is fun .. sowas working on "Dukes" .. Crashed carsdaily by 2nd unit .. transportationwith my help trying to find replacementsfor shooting early...

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Posted: May-07-2002

Much interesting inside info, but limited scenery

An EXCELLENT synopsis of all 145 episodes, laden with background and backstage gritz'n'grease which kept me awake until 2:30 a.m. checking it all out. The only thing keeping it from 5 starz was, although there are photo-shots galore of the cast, there was little else by way of visual viagra....

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Posted: Mar-20-2002

Great for Dukes Of Hazzard Fans

I gave this book to my son for his birthday. He and my younger son are die hard Dukes of Hazzard Fans. The series started when my youngest son was about 5, and he LIVED to watch it every Friday night. He loved the book.

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Posted: Nov-24-2001

Dutch Duke

Being a huge dutch Dukes fan, triggered by the second re-run here in the Netherlands, I started looking around for background info on the series. Bought the book second hand here on Amazon. It's an absolute must-read for any Dukes fan; great book.

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Posted: Aug-21-2001

The Dukes Of Hazzard ride again in this book about the show!

The Dukes Of Hazzard: The Unofficial Companion is an excellent, thoroughly researched book on the classic TV series of 1979-1985. Everything you wanted to know about this show is all here: from cast and crew interviews, pictures, various behind-the-scenes information, an episode guide with...

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