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Apr 10, 2025

Pete

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Pete has published a news story:

On This Day: April 10, 1983 - Casablanca TV Series Premiered on NBC.

On this day April 10, 1983, NBC premiered the television adaptation of Casablanca, a short lived series based on the legendary 1942 film. Set in 1941, the series served as a prequel to the original story, with Hector Elizondo taking on the role of Captain Renault and a young Ray Liotta starring as Sacha, one of the café staff.

Despite its connection to one of the most iconic films in cinema history, the series struggled to find its footing. Casablanca only lasted for one season with just 5...

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