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Promised Land

1996-09-17 · 60 min / episode · ★ 6.5

Drama

Promised Land is an American drama series which aired on CBS from 1996 to 1999. It is a spin-off from another series, Touched by an Angel.

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Creators
Martha Williamson
Production companies
CBS Productions, Moon Water Productions
Countries
Unavailable
Status
Canceled

Top Cast

Gerald McRaneyGerald McRaneyRussell Greene
Wendy PhillipsWendy PhillipsClaire Greene
Austin O'BrienAustin O'BrienJosh Greene
Sarah SchaubSarah SchaubDinah Greene
Eddie KarrNathaniel Greene
Celeste HolmCeleste HolmHattie Greene

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